Perinatal and Parent-Infant Outreach Psychotherapist Role in London with Sponsorship, Apply Now

Location
Springfield University Hospital, London SW17 7DJ

Type
Permanent Part Time – 18.75 hours per week

Salary (£)
£54,320 to £60,981 pro rata per annum Inclusive of Inner London HCAs

About South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust
South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust is a well-respected organisation with deep community roots and an international reputation. They deliver comprehensive mental health services across five London boroughs including specialist forensic and inpatient care. Their mission is making life better together by providing high quality integrated health and social care. With new world-class facilities and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, the Trust offers a supportive work environment where career growth is encouraged.

Job details

Benefits

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• Access to specialist clinical supervision and ongoing professional development
• Opportunities for career growth within an innovative mental health service
• Inclusive, diverse workplace committed to anti-racism and equality
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities at Springfield University Hospital

Requirements

• Completed training in Adult Psychodynamic or Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, Child Psychotherapy, Systemic Family Therapy, or equivalent clinical/counselling psychology qualification
• Professional registration with HCPC, UKCP, BPC, or ACP as appropriate
• Experience working with parent-infant relationships and knowledge of attachment theory
• Ability to manage complex psychological cases independently with safeguarding expertise
• Positive approach to multi-disciplinary teamwork and consultation
• Desirable: Training in perinatal mental health or parent-infant psychotherapy, experience with diverse cultural contexts

Salary Details

This part-time position offers £54,320 to £60,981 per annum pro rata, inclusive of Inner London HCAs. This reflects a competitive package for a specialist band 7 role with flexible hours.

About the Role

The Trust seeks a passionate Perinatal and Parent-Infant Outreach Psychotherapist to join their specialist perinatal mental health community team. This role provides vital psychotherapeutic support to parents and infants during the perinatal period. If you have experience in infant mental health and enjoy working in a collaborative, psychologically informed setting, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact. You’ll work closely with families facing complex psychological challenges, offering expert assessments and interventions that support healthy parent-infant relationships and improve long-term outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist psychotherapeutic assessments and treatments to parents and infants, helping families navigate difficult emotional and mental health challenges
• Take autonomous responsibility for a complex caseload, ensuring safety and safeguarding for both adults and babies
• Foster a psychologically safe, anti-racist, and inclusive team environment where all service users feel respected and supported
• Provide expert consultation to the multidisciplinary team and wider professional networks to inform holistic care
• Engage in service evaluation, research, and policy development to continuously improve perinatal mental health care
• Contribute psychological insights at pre- and post-birth planning meetings, shaping personalised care plans

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 Exceptions Order 2020 to ensure suitability for working with vulnerable groups.

Certificate of Sponsorship

South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust is a licensed sponsor for Skilled Worker visa applications.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Trust is committed to equality and diversity, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. They promote an anti-racist and inclusive culture, supported by staff networks representing various communities including BME, LGBTQIA+, and those with disabilities.

Employer Details

• Company Name South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust
• Address Springfield University Hospital, Tooting, London SW17 7DJ
• Contact Melanie Royal-Lawson, Psychological Therapist Lead
• Email melanie.royallawson@swlstg.nhs.uk

Reference Number
294-AAUC-7259984-FZ

How To Apply
Ready to make a real difference in perinatal mental health? Apply now and join a team dedicated to transforming lives. Applications close 19 June 2025 but don’t wait—get your application in early for a chance to start immediately.