Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) job at Bradford Full Time NEW

Closing: 7th June 2026 at midnight

Shortlisting: 1th June 2026

Please note, this recruitment is a 2 stage process:

• Stage 1: Bradford Talking Therapies Assessment Centre: 25/06/26
• Stage 2: Interviews with University of Sheffield: 02/07/26 (tbc)

Following application, shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend Stage 1. Further shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend Stage 2.

• Service/job start date: 28/09/26
• Training start date: 13/10/26 (tbc)

Low intensity therapy is a highly valued and fundamental part of what we do.

Our PWPs provide evidence based assessment and treatment for people with mild to moderate anxiety disorders and/or depression. Treatment includes groups and 1-1 face-to-face/remote guided self help sessions.

You will work within Bradford District and Craven Talking Therapies, providing assessment and treatment, whilst studying and undertaking the Postgrad. Cert. in Low Intensity Interventions for PWPs at the University of Sheffield.

This intensive training programme is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills required to assess and provide CBT based interventions to patients with mild-moderate anxiety & depression. For more information, please visit: https://sheffield.ac.uk/clinicalpsychology/programmes/nhs-talking-therapies-anxiety-and-depression/pwp

On an average working week, you would be based within a community venue within Bradford, Airewharfe and Craven (2 days), attend university (1 day) and work remotely (2 days). Please note, that this remains subject to change.

As a trainee PWP, you will progress to work with a high degree of autonomy and high volume caseload; while receiving support via weekly clinical caseload management, fortnightly clinical skills group supervision and monthly line management supervision, facilitated by qualified clinicians. You will be supported by our tailored induction and CPD opportunities. Once qualified, you will enrol on our PWP Preceptorship Programme, offering further development of your clinical skill and competence.

You must be able to demonstrate high standards of verbal and written communication and be able to establish meaningful, therapeutic relationships with people. In addition to clinical contact, the role includes data management, record keeping and community outreach activities.

Successful external candidates will be offered a 12-month fixed term contract. Successful internal candidates will be offered a 12-month secondment.

It is a requirement that trainees pass the training course in order to be eligible to apply for any permanent qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner positions that may become available at the end of training. Once qualified, all PWP’s are require to join the BABCP or BPS as registered practitioners.

Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: –

We Care – We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference

We Listen – We understand people’s views and respond to their individual needs

We Deliver – We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners

We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :

Increase mileage rates for > 3500

A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages

A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities

Plus many more.

We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.

BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidate’s best interest to apply as soon as possible .

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.

Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trust’s eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT).

Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.