Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

Job summaryWe are looking for an energetic Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to come and join our team. The successful applicant will provide triage assessments, guided self-help, computerised CBT and psychoeducational group treatment to clients presenting with depression, anxiety disorders and bulimic eating disorders. There are also opportunities for project work where the successful candidate will link up with professionals/charities in the community and work to improve services for our diverse community.As a qualified PWP, you will receive regular clinical supervision with a band 7 clinician and have access to weekly training on a range of topics relevant to your role and development.The service operates from 9am to 8pm Monday to Thursday and 9am -5pm on Fridays. The post holder will be required to work flexible hours in line with this. This can be negotiated and will include week-day eveningsAbout the locationThe Sutton NHS Talking Therapies team are based at Jubilee Health Centre, which is also the base for CAMHS, secondary care services and the Home Treatment team, all of whom serve the local borough.Main duties of the jobThe post-holder will work within the Sutton Talking Therapies service providing high volume low intensity interventions which will be a range of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) based self management interventions to service to clients with mild to moderate anxiety and depression.The post holder will work with people with different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary and should be committed to equal opportunities.About usWe are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust.We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good' - we aspire to be 'outstanding'.This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services as we invest a further 120m to upgrade and modernise our estate by 2027.We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do.We offer flexible working, career development and a variety ofbenefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive.Come and join our inclusive teams and help our patients on their recovery journey.Unless expressly stated in the job advert the role is not subject to sponsorship, please be advised that all offers of employment are subject to evidence of right to work in the UKDetailsDate posted19 August 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 5Salary 36,943 to 44,900 a year per annum inclusive of outer London HCAS ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number294-COMM-8240267-EBJob locationsJubilee Health Centre6 Stanley ParkLondon, WallingtonSM6 0EXUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service.To assess and supports people with a common mental health problem in the self-management of their recovery.To undertake patient-centred interviews which identify areas where the person wishes to see change and or recovery and makes an accurate assessment of risk to self and others.Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the departments referral protocols, referring unsuitable clients on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary, or stepping up the persons treatment to high intensity psychological therapy.Provide a range of information and support for evidence based high-volume low-intensity psychological treatments. This may include conducting individual guided self-help interventions, facilitating psycho-educational groups and workshops, and providing information about pharmacological treatments. This work may be face to face, telephone or via other media.To educate and involve family members and others in treatment as necessary.To adhere to an agreed activity contract relating to the overall number of client contacts offered, and clinical sessions carried out per week to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient.To attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate.To complete all requirements relating to data collection within the service.To keep coherent records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols and use these records and clinical outcome data in clinical decision making.To work closely with other members of the team ensuring appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place to maintain a stepped care approach.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in job applicationsIf you have used AI to support the preparation of your application, please briefly indicate how it was used within your supporting statement or application form.Please remember, your application is your opportunity to tell us about your skills, experience and motivation for the role. We encourage applicants to complete their application and supporting statement in their own words wherever possible. We recognise that AI tools can be helpful in supporting accessibility, and for improving spelling, grammar and structure.Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content can become generic and fail to accurately reflect an applicant's individual experience. Applications that clearly demonstrate your own voice, reflections and experiences are often the most effective and help us better understand your suitability for the role.Please be aware that information provided in your application and supporting statement may be explored further during the selection process. It is important that all applications accurately represent your own knowledge, skills and experience. Job description Job responsibilitiesTo accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service.To assess and supports people with a common mental health problem in the self-management of their recovery.To undertake patient-centred interviews which identify areas where the person wishes to see change and or recovery and makes an accurate assessment of risk to self and others.Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the departments referral protocols, referring unsuitable clients on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary, or stepping up the persons treatment to high intensity psychological therapy.Provide a range of information and support for evidence based high-volume low-intensity psychological treatments. This may include conducting individual guided self-help interventions, facilitating psycho-educational groups and workshops, and providing information about pharmacological treatments. This work may be face to face, telephone or via other media.To educate and involve family members and others in treatment as necessary.To adhere to an agreed activity contract relating to the overall number of client contacts offered, and clinical sessions carried out per week to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient.To attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate.To complete all requirements relating to data collection within the service.To keep coherent records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols and use these records and clinical outcome data in clinical decision making.To work closely with other members of the team ensuring appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place to maintain a stepped care approach.Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in job applicationsIf you have used AI to support the preparation of your application, please briefly indicate how it was used within your supporting statement or application form.Please remember, your application is your opportunity to tell us about your skills, experience and motivation for the role. We encourage applicants to complete their application and supporting statement in their own words wherever possible. We recognise that AI tools can be helpful in supporting accessibility, and for improving spelling, grammar and structure.Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content can become generic and fail to accurately reflect an applicant's individual experience. Applications that clearly demonstrate your own voice, reflections and experiences are often the most effective and help us better understand your suitability for the role.Please be aware that information provided in your application and supporting statement may be explored further during the selection process. It is important that all applications accurately represent your own knowledge, skills and experience.Person Specification Training & Qualifications EssentialQualification from PWP Training Course (Post Graduate Certificate or Level 3 undergraduate course)And Equivalent, e.g. Experienced and Qualified Graduate Mental Health Worker with relevant Primary Care experiences and competences as requiredDesirableTraining in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, counselling or within a psychological therapyPsychology or other health related undergraduate degreePsychology or other health related postgraduate degree Experience EssentialEvidence of working with people who have experienced a mental health problemDesirableExperience of working in Primary Care ServicesExperience of working in a service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomesEvidence of working in the local community Knowledge & Skills EssentialDemonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in Primary Care y careKnowledge of our business and how it supports patient careAbility to evaluate and put in place the effect of trainingAbility to write clear and effective reports and lettersDesirableDemonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental healthKnowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems Person Specification Training & Qualifications EssentialQualification from PWP Training Course (Post Graduate Certificate or Level 3 undergraduate course)And Equivalent, e.g. Experienced and Qualified Graduate Mental Health Worker with relevant Primary Care experiences and competences as requiredDesirableTraining in nursing, social work, occupational therapy, counselling or within a psychological therapyPsychology or other health related undergraduate degreePsychology or other health related postgraduate degree Experience EssentialEvidence of working with people who have experienced a mental health problemDesirableExperience of working in Primary Care ServicesExperience of working in a service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomesEvidence of working in the local community Knowledge & Skills EssentialDemonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in Primary Care y careKnowledge of our business and how it supports patient careAbility to evaluate and put in place the effect of trainingAbility to write clear and effective reports and lettersDesirableDemonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental healthKnowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problemsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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 (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameSouth West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS TrustAddressJubilee Health Centre6 Stanley ParkLondon, WallingtonSM6 0EXUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameSouth West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS TrustAddressJubilee Health Centre6 Stanley ParkLondon, WallingtonSM6 0EXUnited KingdomEmployer's website