Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner in London

We are looking for Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWP) to join our friendly and forward-thinking NHS Northamptonshire Talking Therapies service. We are seeking a PWP who enjoys connecting with people, works well in a busy environment, and brings both compassion and enthusiasm to their role.

This role is perfect if you enjoy working with people, thrive in a supportive team environment, and want to make a real difference in the lives of those experiencing common mental health difficulties such as anxiety and depression. You'll deliver evidence-based, low-intensity interventions and play a vital role in helping people understand and manage their mental health—whether face-to-face, online, or over the phone. No two days are the same, but every day is rewarding.

As a PWP, you'll be a key part of someone's recovery journey. You'll help people find hope, build coping strategies, and feel empowered to move forward. And you'll do all this in a team that laughs together, supports each other, and genuinely cares. If you want to feel part of something bigger and do work you can be proud of, we’d love to welcome you. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Main duties of the job:

• Conduct patient-centred assessments to identify appropriate support
• Provide low-intensity CBT-based interventions (including guided self-help & psychoeducation)
• Carry out risk assessments and manage caseloads using a stepped-care approach
• Create shared treatment plans delivered through a variety of modalities
• Work closely with high-intensity therapists, employment advisors, and admin
• Liaise with other agencies and signpost to external support where needed
• Maintain accurate clinical records and use outcome measures to guide decisions
• Participate in case management and clinical supervision
• Contribute to continuous service improvement

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• Graduate or postgraduate certificate in Low-Intensity Psychological Interventions
• Experience within a Talking Therapies/IAPT service
• Skilled in delivering low-intensity CBT interventions
• Ability to develop and maintain therapeutic relationships
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basic IT skills (e.g., Word, data systems)
• Qualifications in psychology, counselling, nursing, OT, or social work
• Experience using IAPTUS or similar systems
• Additional mental health-related training

Personal Attributes:

• Approachable, empathetic, and able to communicate openly
• Reflective, motivated, and eager to develop professionally
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Able to work flexibly within a team
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusive practice

About us:

We put the person at the centre of everything we do, so if you want to work for a Trust that makes a difference; this is the place for you. We know that our staff are our biggest asset, and we want to do all we can to support their wellbeing. From being part of Time to Change and ensuring we are a Living Wage employer, to creating networks to support our diverse staff body and celebrating through our Quality Awards. teamNHFT promotes a close-knit culture with the aim of empowering people to challenge stigma and speak openly. Anyone can apply for a job at NHFT. No matter age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. All are welcome to apply.

In our last two Care Quality Commission (CQC) reports we have been rated outstanding, and we are only the third mental health Trust in the country to receive this. We can’t wait to meet you.

Job responsibilities: For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification:

• PG Cert LI Interventions
• Nursing
• Occupational Therapy
• Social Work
• Psychology degree
• Other psychological or other health-related degree
• Counselling

Experience:

• Minimum of 18 months working with people with a common mental health problem
• Minimum of 12 months working in a Talking Therapies service
• Experience of working in a primary care mental health service
• Experience of working in the local community

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.