Job summary
B5 or B6 dependent upon experience.

Three Fixed Term 12 month training posts - Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).

PLEASE STATE CLEARLY ON YOUR APPLICATION FORM WHICH BAND YOU ARE APPLYING FOR.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 or Band 6 (dependent on experience) Mental Health Practitioners to undertake a Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).

If you already have a core qualification such as Mental Health Nurse (RMN/RLD), Mental Health Practitioner, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapy, Social Work or creative therapies e.g. Art Therapy - with proof of relevant professional registration Or recognised degree level broad based health & social care qualification which will require completion of The British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) Knowledge Skills and Attributes (2) you will be considered for B6

If you have aDegree level qualification and/or equivalent experience in a child and family related field e.g. social work, youth and community work, nursing you will be considered for the B5 postalong with knowledge and skills framework you would be eligible to apply to B5.

Please ensure your application form contains information around prior experience of CBT including Clinical Practice, Supervision Received, Academic Knowledge and describe CBT models and/or texts that have influenced your practice.

Interviews dates will be in October at short notice

Main duties of the job
The successful applicants will work within Sefton CAMHS, Venus or Parenting 2000 as part of a multi-disciplinary teams delivering, under supervision, high-quality, outcome informed, focused and evidence-based interventions for children and young people in accordance with the competency framework for their therapeutic modality.

Applicants need to be able to start the Post Graduate training programme taught academic dates in January 2027 and commit to attendance at all university based taught and self-study days required by Manchester University.

You will work in the service for the remaining days of the week using your newly developed skills to ensure you gain the necessary clinical practice hours to fulfil the academic programme. This is 200 hours of modality and case specific practice for the full time courses.

About us
Alder Hey Children's Hospital in partnership with Venus are excited to offer three CBT IAPT training places for 2027/2028. One post will be hosted by Sefton CAMHS, one will be with Venus and another will be with Parenting 2000. This will enable the successful applicants to work with children in a variety of community settings with support from their colleagues to identify young people with the level of needs suited to the requirements of the academic programme.

We are seeking enthusiastic individuals with a passion for working with children who will want to develop their skills and knowledge as part of future career progression and personal development.

We strive to provide excellent quality evidence based mental health care and are therefore committed to on-going quality and service improvements. We are committed to the meaningful participation of children, young people and their families in the design and development of our services.

Details
Date posted: 28 September 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £31,049 to £46,580 a year
Per annum, dependant on experience
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 411-NEI-26-8298088
Job locations: Sefton CAMHS, Burlington House, Crosby Road North, Liverpool, L22 0LG, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
This is a recruit to train post for 12 months which includes 2 days study at Prestwich alongside clinical supervision on a 1:1 and group basis. There will be 3 days on placement at Sefton CAMHS were you would provide therapeutic interventions inline with the modality you are training in.

Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential

• Knowledge of behavioural based interventions
• An understanding of the specific needs of people from different ethnic backgrounds and an understanding of those with disabilities
• Knowledge of relevant, current legislation
• Knowledge of safety factors in management of self-harming behaviours and child protection issues
• Organisational skills to manage and prioritise workload balance appropriately
• Able to demonstrate a commitment to the overall vision and the development of the professional group of mental health practitioners

Desirable

• Knowledge of audit and evaluation methodology

Qualifications
Essential

• B6 Only: Qualified in core profession such as Mental Health Nurse (RMN/RLD), Mental Health Practitioner, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapy, Social Work or creative therapies e.g. Art Therapy - with proof of relevant professional registration Or Recognised degree level broad based health & social care qualification which will require completion of The British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) Knowledge Skills and Attributes (2)
• B5 Only: Degree level qualification and/or equivalent experience in a child and family related field e.g. social work, youth and community work, nursing
• Ability to assess plan and implement patient plans of care with regular supervision
• Ability to develop therapeutic relationships (2) Knowledge of child development including adolescence (2)
• To be able to work independently with young people presenting at risk but being aware to maintain this within the bounds of your responsibility accessing supervision if required out of the formal structure

Desirable

• Experience of working in child and adolescent mental health services.
• To demonstrate a commitment to work with a diverse group of families and professionals from a variety of backgrounds

Personal Attributes
Essential

• Must demonstrate a commitment to on-going professional development
• Must demonstrate an understanding of the need to take part in Personal Development Reviews to ensure career development plus attending relevant training when appropriate.
• Must show enthusiasm and appreciation for multidisciplinary and multiagency working
• Must demonstrate a professional manner.
• Must demonstrate a high level of verbal and written communication skills commensurate with the nature of clinical and professional contacts required for the job.

Desirable

• Driving licence and access to car (due to outreach work)

This 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.

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, 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.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Sefton CAMHS, Burlington House, Crosby Road North, Liverpool, L22 0LG, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Service Manager, Paula Smith, paula.smith2@alderhey.nhs.uk, 07523960596