Location
Southampton, Hampshire
Type
Fixed term – 3 years, full-time
Salary (£)
£31,049 to £46,580 a year – Year 1 at Band 5, Years 2 and 3 at Band 6
About Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
At Dorset HealthCare, they believe in empowering people to make the most of their lives through compassionate, joined-up healthcare. They run 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient units, and a wide range of community and mental health services for nearly 800,000 people. Rated Outstanding by the CQC, they take pride in the fact that 95% of patients report a good or very good experience. With a workforce of 7,000, they celebrate diversity, encourage authenticity, and welcome every team member to contribute their best.
Job details
Benefits
- Fully funded specialist training – gain a Post-Graduate Diploma accredited by UKCP
- Competitive NHS salary – progress from Band 5 to Band 6 during the programme
- Career growth – develop advanced counselling and therapeutic skills
- Supportive work environment – be part of an experienced, inclusive mental health team
- Professional development – benefit from ongoing supervision, learning, and self-awareness training
Requirements
- Recognised degree at 2:2 or above in a relevant subject, or equivalent experience through a portfolio
- Commitment to working with people experiencing common mental health problems
- Strong interpersonal skills, compassion, and self-awareness
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Effective written and spoken communication in English
- Competent in using IT systems and managing data
- Awareness of evidence-based practice and the NHS Talking Therapies stepped care model
Salary Details
Year 1: Band 5 – £31,049 to £34,581
Years 2 and 3: Band 6 – £35,392 to £46,580
About the Role
This is a new three-year NHS Talking Therapies HIPC training programme in Couples Therapy for Depression (CTfD), starting 29 September 2025 in collaboration with Tavistock Relationships.
The role begins with foundation-level individual work, progressing to postgraduate-level training to include couples therapy. By the end of the programme, trainees will have developed the skills to support both individuals and couples living with depression, using a NICE-recommended approach.
The work combines academic learning with hands-on clinical practice, ensuring you can deliver effective, person-centred care. This is a role for someone ready to combine compassion with professional rigour to help people rebuild their relationships and emotional wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver evidence-based therapy for individuals and couples with depression, making a measurable difference to their quality of life
- Engage in regular clinical supervision to strengthen practice and ensure safe, effective care
- Build and sustain strong therapeutic relationships with patients and families
- Work within NHS Talking Therapies service policies to ensure inclusivity and effectiveness
- Monitor progress using agreed outcome measures to adapt therapy to patient needs
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post requires an Enhanced DBS check, which will be funded by the Trust. Applicants subscribed to the DBS update service may use a valid existing certificate.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Dorset HealthCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. They welcome applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to ensuring equal opportunities for everyone.
Employer Details
- Company Name: Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
- Address: NHS Talking Therapies Southampton, 3rd Floor Grenville House, Nelson Gate, Southampton, SO15 1GX
- Contact: Liz Doyle – 07468 709730
Reference Number
152-M203.25
How To Apply
If this role speaks to you, submit your application as soon as possible to secure your place on this unique, funded training programme.
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