Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP)

About the Role

Join the West London NHS Trust as a Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) and embark on a transformative career in mental health. This fully funded NHS training programme, delivered in partnership with University College London (UCL), offers a unique opportunity to gain professional qualifications while delivering vital psychological support to the community.

Main Responsibilities

• Deliver low-intensity psychological interventions, specifically Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), to adults within the Hounslow and Ealing Talking Therapies services.
• Manage a caseload of patients presenting with various psychological, interpersonal, or social difficulties.
• Balance clinical practice with academic excellence, dedicating four days per week to service delivery and one day to postgraduate studies at UCL.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care and effective therapeutic outcomes.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience working with individuals facing psychological, interpersonal, or social challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to succeed in postgraduate-level academic studies.
• Strong communication skills and empathy for diverse patient populations.
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK (please note: visa sponsorship is not available for this position).

Required Skills

• Foundational knowledge of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) principles.
• Clinical assessment and intervention skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities for dual academic/clinical roles.
• Resilience and emotional intelligence in a mental health setting.

What We Offer

• Fully funded professional training and qualification via University College London (UCL).
• Full-time employment as a Band 4 practitioner throughout the duration of the programme.
• A structured career pathway within the NHS mental health sector.
• Hands-on clinical experience in high-demand therapeutic services.