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Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner – Talking Therapies

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • London

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  • You must have the right to work in the UK, experience in supporting those with psychological issues, and the ability to study at a postgraduate level, shown through a degree or equivalent.
  • You will deliver low-intensity psychological interventions to adults in an NHS Talking Therapies service while gaining practical experience throughout your training year.

Requirements

  • Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.
  • Applicants should have experience of working with people experiencing psychological, interpersonal, or social difficulties. This experience may have been gained through paid employment or formal voluntary roles.
  • The training programme is a Postgraduate Certificate, and applicants must demonstrate the ability to study at postgraduate level. This may be evidenced through degree‑level education or by demonstrating academic equivalence.

Responsibilities

  • Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) work with people across the adult age range, delivering low‑intensity psychological interventions within NHS Talking Therapies services.
  • As a condition of the course, trainees must remain employed within an NHS Talking Therapies service throughout the training year.

FAQs

How do I apply for the Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner position?

Applications must be submitted via University College London (UCL) only using the provided link. Applications received through NHS Jobs or Trac will not be considered.

Is visa sponsorship available for this role?

No, visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK.

Where will the training for this position take place?

Training is delivered by University College London (UCL) and is a full-time program.

How long does the training program last?

The training program typically lasts for one year, and intakes will commence at the start of October 2026.

What is the employment status of trainees during the training year?

Trainees are employed full-time at NHS Band 4 for the duration of the program.

What type of experience is required for applicants?

Applicants should have experience working with people experiencing psychological, interpersonal, or social difficulties, which can be gained through paid employment or formal voluntary roles.

What level of education is required to apply?

Applicants must demonstrate the ability to study at postgraduate level, which may be evidenced through degree-level education or academic equivalence.

What will I be doing as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner?

PWPs work with people across the adult age range, delivering low-intensity psychological interventions within NHS Talking Therapies services.

How many days of university attendance are required?

Trainees are required to attend university one day per week while working in service four days per week.

Who can I contact for more information about the position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact the Project Manager at UCL via email at pwprecruitment@ucl.ac.uk.

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Mission & Purpose

West London NHS Trust provides mental health, community, and social care services across West London. The trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that supports mental well-being and physical health. Their purpose is to improve the lives of individuals and communities by offering comprehensive healthcare services, focusing on recovery and promoting mental health awareness. They aim to provide personalised care that respects the dignity and needs of each patient.