Trainee PWP

Overview

As a Talking Therapies partnership, we are looking for aspiring Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) to join our Nottinghamshire Talking Therapies service as Trainee PWPs in the February 2026 cohort at Birmingham Newman University. In this role, you will provide Low Intensity CBT-based interventions whilst undertaking the Graduate Certificate or Post Graduate Certificate Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner delivered by Birmingham Newman University commencing in February 2026. This training post will equip you with the skills and knowledge to provide evidence-based treatment to clients with a range of common mental health problems such as anxiety and depression. You will be joining a motivated team of mental health professionals and experienced supervisors, who will support you to complete both your academic study and your clinical delivery. This is a fixed term role for 12 months. After completing the training and becoming a qualified PWP, there may be an opportunity to apply for a permanent PWP post and contribute to an experienced and innovative service. A typical working week includes 3 days of clinical practice with the service and 2 days attending university. University days will consist of face to face and remote training so you must be able to attend in person each week. Whilst your clinical practice is likely to include some remote working, you will be required to attend one of the Nottingham offices for part of the week. We are committed to being equitable and supporting the wellbeing of all employees.

Equality and Diversity and Support

• We are a Mindful Employer
• Disability Confident Leader: all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria will be considered for interview.
• Ethnicity Matters Scheme: applicants from a minority ethnic group for senior roles (£40,000+) who meet essential criteria will be considered for interview.
• Gender Matters Scheme: women applicants for senior roles (£60,000+) who meet essential criteria will be considered for interview.
• Armed Forces Covenant
• Menopause Friendly Committed employer
• Employer with Heart Charter
• Commitment to NHS Equality Delivery System (EDS) including WRES and WDES
• Access to health and wellbeing services for colleagues including Mental Health Advocates and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Freedom to Speak Up Guardians to support an embedded \”speaking up\” culture
• Use of inclusive reference practices; applicants may contact HR to discuss adjustments in reference handling
• All applicants must be legally entitled to work in the UK and positions are subject to a DBS check

Application and Eligibility

• Essential Criteria: Postgraduate Certificate
• Good degree (2:2 or above; candidates with a 3rd may be considered for the Graduate Certificate route)
• Evidence of at least one year of working experience in settings with high exposure to people with mental health difficulties
• Evidence of interpersonal skills to engage and develop working alliances with colleagues and patients
• Evidence of openness to learning new knowledge and skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent administrative and time management skills
• Flexibility and ability to provide out of hours clinics as required (one late shift 12-8pm)
• Aware of and committed to supporting and facilitating diversity and inclusion
• Participants may undertake academic assessments at undergraduate or postgraduate level depending on prior attainment
• A Disclosure and Barring check (DBS) is required for appointment

Additional Information

Vita Health Group and Everyturn NHS Talking Therapies bring together extensive mental health experience to support individuals and communities across Nottinghamshire. This role supports the delivery of NHS Talking Therapies in the region. Applicants should contact HR for discussions about adjustments in the application or interview process. Please note that applicants must be eligible to work in the UK; this and all positions are subject to DBS clearance.

Why Vita Health Group

Vita Health Group celebrates life and aims to improve lives physically and mentally. Now part of Spire Healthcare Group plc, we have provided mental health services for over 30 years. We work with the NHS, insurers and major employers to support workforce health. We offer continued professional development, including secondments, management training, mentoring, apprenticeships and events. We provide a competitive salary, flexible work arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package. Vita Health Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion.