Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner Role with Sponsorship | Learn and Thrive in Hereford, Apply Now

Location
Hereford, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
26,530 to 29,114 per year

About Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
They’re all about helping people feel better, live better, and stay well in their own communities. As part of the NHS family, Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust delivers compassionate care across mental health and community services. They’re proud of their people-first mindset, whether it’s the way they care for patients or support each other. Every role in their team is about making lives better — and that’s where you come in.

Job details

Benefits

• Skilled Worker Sponsorship for eligible applicants so you can grow your career in the UK
• Permanent NHS role after successful completion of postgraduate training
• Fully funded training with the University of Birmingham to gain a postgraduate certificate
• Blended working model combining office time, university study, and some remote work
• Regular supervision and mentorship from experienced senior practitioners
• Opportunities for progression within the trust after qualification

Requirements

• A relevant undergraduate degree or professional qualification OR A-levels with vocational qualifications
• At least 12 months of clinical experience with adults in mental health settings OR 3 years part-time voluntary experience
• Excellent communication skills in English, written and spoken
• Willingness to travel to Birmingham for academic assessments and study
• Confident using IT tools like Word, Excel, and digital communication platforms
• Demonstrated ability to stay positive under pressure, manage your own time, and support others
• Passionate about delivering supportive care and building strong patient relationships
• For non-native English speakers, a valid TOEFL or IELTS score meeting university standards

Salary Details

This is a full-time training post offering £26,530 to £29,114 annually. Upon qualification, you’ll step into a permanent practitioner role within the trust.

About the Role

This role gives you a real shot at becoming a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner through a fully funded academic route while working in primary care mental health. Starting in Autumn 2025, you’ll train to deliver low intensity psychological interventions, helping adults manage mild to moderate anxiety and depression. Your learning will come alive through real conversations, guided self-help, and digital therapies. Alongside your studies, you’ll shadow and work with senior colleagues, learning the ropes and applying CBT-informed strategies that make a meaningful difference.

You’ll blend theory and practice across study days at the University of Birmingham, supervised clinical work in Hereford, and remote learning. It’s all designed to stretch your mind, grow your confidence, and deepen your impact on patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out screening assessments to ensure service users are matched with the right care
• Deliver Step 2 CBT-based interventions across telephone, digital, one-to-one, or group formats
• Work closely with senior PWPs for supervision, development, and reflection
• Keep accurate case records and reports that reflect your interventions
• Support patient recovery by applying evidence-based low intensity approaches
• Collaborate with university tutors and NHS colleagues to meet academic and clinical goals
• Take part in service improvement and outreach efforts across the local community

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, so a full DBS check will be required.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They’re an inclusive employer that values diverse perspectives. They welcome candidates from all backgrounds and strive to ensure fair treatment throughout recruitment and beyond.

Employer Details

• Company Name Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
• Address Hereford, United Kingdom
• Contact Recruitment Office, NHS Jobs Portal

Reference Number
TPWP-0525-HERE

How To Apply
Spots are limited. If this sounds like your next step, don’t hang back — Apply Now and take the first step toward a fulfilling mental health career.