Trainee High Intensity Therapist Role in Cheshire with Sponsorship: Apply Now

Help transform lives through evidence-based mental health care while training for a recognised professional qualification.

Location: Cheshire, United Kingdom
Type: Full Time
Salary (£): 38,682 – 46,580 per year

About Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (CWP) delivers vital mental health and community services across Cheshire and Merseyside. They’re known for nurturing compassionate clinicians and building strong links between local communities and the NHS. Joining their team means being part of a forward-thinking trust that values both professional development and personal wellbeing.

Job details

Benefits

• Fully funded postgraduate training: Gain a diploma in High Intensity Psychological Interventions with the University of Chester
• Career progression: Clear pathway to become a qualified and accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist
• Supportive supervision: Regular mentoring and reflective sessions with senior clinicians
• Flexible working options: Opportunities for hybrid and remote clinical delivery where possible
• Inclusive culture: Join a diverse, collaborative team that prioritises empathy, respect and mutual growth

Requirements

• A recorded or registered qualification in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, arts therapy, or counselling (BACP accredited), or evidence of meeting the BABCP Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes (KSA) requirements
• Demonstrated experience in mental health practice with an understanding of depression and anxiety in primary care settings
• Strong communication and organisational skills to manage your own caseload effectively
• Ability to build therapeutic relationships and work well within a high-volume service
• Computer literacy and competence in risk assessment and clinical documentation
• Commitment to ongoing learning, empathy, and a professional approach to care

Salary Details

The starting salary ranges between £38,682 and £46,580 per year, depending on experience and progression during training.

About the Role

As a Trainee High Intensity Therapist, you’ll provide psychological therapy to adults experiencing depression and anxiety disorders. While training, you’ll deliver Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) interventions under close supervision. Each week, you’ll work directly with individuals either face-to-face or through online sessions, tailoring evidence-based treatment plans that drive real change.

This isn’t just about learning techniques—it’s about developing your clinical voice and becoming part of a team that values impact. You’ll work alongside professionals in physical health, mental health and social care, as well as with community organisations, ensuring people get the right support at the right time.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments to identify needs and create personalised CBT treatment plans that drive measurable progress
• Deliver one-to-one therapy sessions and review treatment outcomes weekly to ensure effectiveness
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to enhance continuity of care
• Maintain high-quality clinical records and contribute to audit and evaluation activities
• Engage in structured academic learning through the University of Chester and apply knowledge directly to client work
• Participate in reflective supervision and service improvement projects that shape future practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

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. From 6 April 2017, Skilled Worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they’ve resided in continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CWP is committed to creating an inclusive environment where every employee feels valued, supported and empowered to thrive, regardless of background or belief.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Cheshire, United Kingdom
• Contact: Recruitment Team, CWP NHS Foundation Trust

Reference Number: CWP-HIT-2025

How To Apply:
Ready to take the next step in your mental health career? Submit your application today and start your journey toward becoming a qualified High Intensity Therapist with CWP.