Trainee psychological wellbeing practitioners jobs in london
Purpose of the Job
HFEH Mind is recruiting Trainee CYP-PT Therapy practitioners for the Autism Spectrum Condition & Learning Disabilities (ASC/LD) modality for the January 2026 intake at University College London. These posts are trainee roles in which postholders are employed by HFEH Mind and concurrently enrolled as students on the UCL/Anna Freud PG Diploma in CYP-PT: Therapy.
Trainees are employees of HFEH Mind, and will undertake workplace placement duties under supervision while completing the academic and practice requirements of the postgraduate diploma. The role combines practical, placement-based clinical work with academic study and requires the ability to balance these demands.
Course start date: 19th January 2026
Training Information
This full-time training will begin in January 2026 with around 2.5 days a week for academic work (teaching and personal study), and 2.5 days based at the service seeing clients (children, young people, and carers) related to training assignments. Trainees will be both an employee of the service and an enrolled student with UCL/Anna Freud. Upon completion, qualified trainees will receive a UCL Postgraduate Diploma.
Application Process
This is a dual application process. In addition to applying for this position with us, you must also complete a UCL application for the Course Team to review. The Course Team will liaise with us on whether you meet the academic requirements for the course during the recruitment process. You will only be offered a UCL training place if you are successful in securing this post and you meet the university training requirements.
Please view the attached document ‘UCL CYP PT Therapy - Application Guidance for Candidates August 2025’ for the university application link and more information on how to apply. Please also see the Appplication pack Links document to access UCL and Anna Freud application process and course details.
If you have any questions regarding the UCL application, please contact UCL directly. Please read the Job Description and Person Specification before applying for the role, and address how you meet these criteria in your application. Please be aware the information on your application form (name and contact details, qualifications and prior relevant experience) will be shared with the UCL/Anna Freud staff team as part of the recruitment process. By submitting your application to this role, you are agreeing to your details being shared with UCL/Anna Freud.
Main Duties of the Job
Under supervision and with support, to develop knowledge and practice skills in the ASC/LD modality and to:
· Deliver evidence-based, outcome-focused low-intensity and structured interventions under clinical supervision to children and young people in educational and community settings as part of the MHST/CYP service.
· Support children and young people with ASC/LD and their families through adapted communication and intervention approaches appropriate to needs and developmental level.
· Work with education staff and families to support access to services, signpost to more specialist care where required, and collaborate in multi-agency planning.
· Undertake assessment and formulation under supervision and follow local referral and risk management protocols; raise safeguarding concerns promptly and in line with service procedures.
· Maintain accurate clinical, training and academic records in line with service and university requirements; collect and use outcome data to inform practice and reflective learning.
· Participate fully in the UCL PG Diploma academic programme (attendance, private study, assignments, practice-based assessments) and apply learning to placement work.
· Attend and engage in practice tutoring, clinical supervision and personal/professional development supervision; present case material as required by supervisory arrangements.
· Manage a caseload, demonstrating safe practice and escalating issues promptly.
· Contribute to the development of clinical and training materials within the trainee’s competence and under supervision.
· Participate in service and course evaluation activities and disseminate learning from service evaluation or small-scale projects where required.
Training & supervision
Attend and fulfil all academic and practice requirements of the UCL PG Diploma for CYP-PT Therapy, including practical and academic assessments and assignments.
· Undertake private study (minimum expectation as set by the course) in addition to placement duties.
· Engage actively with practice tutors and clinical supervisors to evidence competence development.
· Respond to supervisory feedback and demonstrate improvements in practice.
· Participate in regular appraisal and ongoing professional development activities.
Professional
· Maintain the standards of professional practice required by HFEH Mind, the employing service and the Higher Education Institution.
· Keep confidentiality of service users at all times and adhere to data protection and information governance rules.
· Ensure any risks to safety and wellbeing encountered during placement are communicated to supervisors and managed in line with policy.
· Maintain up-to-date CPD and training records in line with course and employer requirements.
· Meet the physical and professional requirements of the course and role (reasonable adjustments will be considered).
Person Specification
· Minimum of a second-class bachelor’s degree (2:2) or above in a relevant subject (e.g. Psychology, Education, Childhood Development, Social Work, Speech & Language, Nursing), OR equivalent professional experience considered on a case-by-case basis.
· Minimum 2 years’ experience working with children and young people (in mental health, education, youth work or related settings).
· At least 1 year’s direct clinical experience working children/young people with autism and/or those with Learning Disabilities.
· Knowledge and understanding of the core features associated with Autism Spectrum Condition and Learning Disabilities and the typical associated support needs.
· Awareness of safeguarding children and vulnerable young people and experience of raising and managing concerns via appropriate channels.
· Ability to manage sensitive and potentially emotionally distressing caseload material with professionalism and reflective capacity.
· Demonstrable ability to study at postgraduate level and to manage academic demands alongside placement duties.
· Good time management, organisational skills and the ability to meet course and placement deadlines.
· Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to produce clear records and reports.
· IT literate (MS Office, email, record systems) and able to keep accurate case and training records.
· Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team; adaptable and culturally sensitive.
· A commitment to EDI, and to working as part of a service that seeks to address health inequity
· Willingness and ability to travel across service bases and to attend university sessions and required training events.
Desirable
· Previous training or professional experience in mental-health related professions (e.g. counselling, nursing, social work, occupational therapy, speech & language therapy, special educational needs teaching).
· Experience of multi-agency working, including education and social care.
· Experience of using outcome measures and contributing to service evaluation.
HFEH Mind is an equal opportunities employer and proud to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds.
HFEH Mind is committed to creating and fostering a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children and adults at risk. Our safer recruitment practices ensure a consistent and thorough process of obtaining and evaluating information to confirm suitability to work with children and vulnerable adults.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Applicants must include a personal statement (500 words) specifically addressing their interest in the ASC/LD modality and how they meet the person specification in their HFEH Mind application and MUST apply for the UCL training at the same time, to be considered for the role. No application can be considered for interview if BOTH applications are not in place by the application closing date advertised.
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Our mission is to provide opportunities for people to develop to their full potential, with a focus on children and young people and those who are vulnerable, have a disability or face disadvantage.
We are recruiting two Trainee Children’s Wellbeing Practitioners to join our Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health Team at YMCA East Surrey.
Trainee Children’s Wellbeing Practitioners (CWPs) will be expected to integrate into YMCA East Surrey’s Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health (EWMH) team and to support all early intervention work. You will assess and deliver (under supervision), outcome focused, evidence-based interventions to children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties.
This Trainee Children's Wellbeing Practitioner role includes completion of the Child Wellbeing Practice Postgraduate or Graduate level Diploma run by the University of
Sussex, which follows the nationally agreed curriculum to qualify as a Children's Wellbeing Practitioner.
The post holder must have experience of working with children, young people and families with multiple and/or complex needs and hold a minimum qualification equivalent to a NVQ Level 3 in a relevant field. In addition, the successful candidate must hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle.
For the Level 6 (Graduate Diploma) the minimum level would be 3 x A-levels with grades of AAB - BBB (BBC if meet the criteria for contextual offer), or an equivalent qualification such as NVQ level 3 or above, or equivalent experience (and proven ability to work at graduate level). Evidence of experience of working with children and young people.
For the Level 7 (Post-graduate Diploma) the minimum requirement is a Graduate Degree at 2:2, NVQ level 6 or above in Health Care or equivalent experience (and proven ability to work at post-graduate level)
Working Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9am to 5pm. Includes attendance at the University of Sussex 2 days per week from January to October.
Location: Tadworth, but working across various locations in East Surrey and attendance at the University of Sussex.
Key responsibilities:
· Working in partnership to support children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties
· To develop plans for successful intervention and agreed outcomes.
· To support and empower children, young people and families to make informed choices about the intervention.
· To always operate from an inclusive values base, which recognises and respects diversity.
· To accept referrals within agreed national and local protocols.
· To undertake accurate assessment of risk to self and others.
· To adhere to the service referral protocols. Under supervision, signpost unsuitable referrals to the relevant service as necessary.
· Through close case management and supervision, escalate cases where the level of need becomes beyond scope
· Provide a range of information and support for evidence based psychological treatments, primarily guided self-help.
· Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or CYP in treatment, where appropriate.
· Keep coherent records of all activity in line with service protocols and use these records and outcome data to inform decision making.
· Attend and fulfil all the requirements of the training element of the post including practical, academic and practice-based assessments.
· As well as attendance at the University for training, fulfil private study requirements to enhance learning and prepare assignments for examination - recommendation is 150 hours of study for each of the 8 modules, which includes the teaching days.
· Assess and integrate issues relating to transitions, education and training/employment into the overall therapeutic process.
We are seeking candidates who are passionate about working for a charity and making a difference to the lives of the children and young people in our community.
If you’re enthusiastic about this opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway and demonstrate how your experience is transferrable. You may be just the right candidate.
PAY: £27,485.00 per annum
BENEFITS:
· Be part of a long-standing and well-respected charity
· Discounted childcare for permanent employees
· Gym membership and free access to all leisure facilities for permanent employees
· Eligibility for Blue Light Discount Retail Card
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· 6.6 weeks annual leave which increases after 2 years continuous service
· Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme
· On site parking
CLOSING DATE: 12/10/2025, Interview will be held 22/10/2025
TO APPLY: Please scroll down the page to the application form. Successful candidates will already have the right to live and work in the UK without restrictions. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equality, diversity and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment.
YMCA East Surrey requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the Children’s and Adult’s barred lists) check, along with reference
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About the job role
An exciting opportunity as a Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist has arisen to join the Therapies Service at St Joseph’s Hospice in Hackney. You will work as part of committed and creative team, which offers innovative therapeutic interventions and support to people with specialist palliative and end life care needs.
The Therapies team works in collaboration with other clinical professionals and volunteers across all areas of the service; inpatient, outpatient and community. This role involves the provision of rehabilitative palliative care and non-pharmacological symptom management for patients with life-limiting illness to optimise their independence and maximise their quality of life.
About you
We are looking for:
- Highly developed clinical skills necessary to tailor and adapt therapeutic interventions across a complex patient caseload.
- Experience of multi-disciplinary working in an inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation settings.
- Skilled in the management of respiratory, neurological, musculoskeletal, and oncological conditions.
- Confident leadership, line management and clinical supervision skills.
We can offer you
- Experience working in a dynamic team who are leading work on rehabilitation in palliative care.
- Development of specialist palliative care treatment skills.
- Opportunities and support to advance your communication around challenging topics such as death, dying, loss.
- Exemplary multi-professional working with commitment to holistic care.
- Support to undertake the role as a secondment.
Where you’ll work
St Joseph's Hospice was founded in 1905 by the Religious Sisters of Charity and as such it has a rich, Catholic heritage which informs our work today: to support and welcome those in need, from all different cultures, religions and backgrounds.
We provide high-quality specialist palliative care for patients with cancer and other life-threatening conditions across East and North London. We have a large team of clinical staff who work across community, in-patient and out-patient services delivering individualised, responsive and holistic support to patients and their families/carers.
Why work for us?
- 27 days holiday plus public holidays, increasing up to 33 days with service.
- Subsidised café and early access to retail sale events.
- Season ticket/Welfare loans.
- Continuation of NHS Pension Scheme or an excellent salary-exchange pension scheme.
- Santander cycles discount and cycle to work scheme.
- Health Cash Plan and access to the EAP services.
We are an equal opportunities and a disability confident employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
For further information, please contact Hannah Chapman, Therapies Manager, as detailed on our website.
Application deadline: 27 October 2025
