Contract Type: Permanent) Working Hours: 37 hours per week (1 full-time post) Worker Type: Hybrid Worker Salary: Starting Salary is £31,586 level 1 - £34,314 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) Location: Meadows Family Hub, Nottingham, NG2 2HZ We’ve got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for? Read on to find out more… Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best. In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you. * You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Council here. About the Role To promote the Council’s vision, values, aims, objectives, and priorities actively and effectively, putting our citizens first through the delivery of best value services. • To act as a key worker and Lead Professional for children, young people and families with a range of needs. • To facilitate Early Help Assessments and plans, deliver appropriate interventions as well as coordinating interventions delivered by other agencies. Supporting children subject to Team around the Family, Child Protection, Child in Need, and Youth Justice Plans. • To support and offer professional challenge to agencies and families to bring about lasting change, to increase the resilience of the family and decrease dependencies on public services. • You will deliver quality personal and social development interventions for children and families and support young people 0-19, to move successfully through education into adulthood through targeted interventions. About You The ideal candidate will have: Education & Qualifications Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care, Childcare, or a related field. Experience Experience working with children, young people, or families. Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and child protection. Familiarity with Multi-Agency working (e.g. social services, schools, NHS) Skills Strong communication and listening skills. Ability to build trust and rapport with families. Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. Organisational and record-keeping abilities. Ability to work independently and manage a caseload. Knowledge Understanding of child development and parenting challenges. Awareness of social issues affecting families (e.g. poverty, domestic abuse, mental health). Knowledge of local services and referral pathways. Clearances and Checks Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check or equivalent. Clean driving license and access to a vehicle (often required for home visits) Desirable Training in specific interventions (e.g. Triple P Parenting, Signs of Safety, Early Help assessments) A DBS enhanced check for a regulated activity is required for this post The role requires you to participate in the on-call rota. At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page. For informal enquiries, please contact (Bernadette Evans Family Help South by email at Bernadette.evans2@nottinghamcity.gov.uk Closing Date: 24th August 2025 Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Interviews will be held: TBC Job Description and Person Specification can be found here If you have any technical issues when completing your application, please contact our Employee Service Centre: https://emss.org.uk/support By applying to this job, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.. Location : nottingham, NG2 2HZ

Turn Challenges into Triumphs – Behaviour Mentor Needed in Wakefield (WF1)! Job Title: Behaviour Mentor Location: Wakefield- WF1 Salary: £95 - £120 per day (Depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate Contract: Day-to-day/Long-term, Part-time/Full-time Are you passionate about making a difference in young lives? GSL Education are recruiting a confident and compassionate Behaviour Mentor to join a dynamic school in the Wakefield (WF1) area. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a background in youth work, sports coaching, psychology, or education who is eager to help students overcome barriers and thrive both socially and academically. Role Overview: You will work closely with students who may struggle to regulate their behaviour or engage positively in lessons. Your guidance and support will help them build resilience, self-esteem, and positive attitudes toward learning and school life. Key Responsibilities: Provide one-to-one and group mentoring support to students with behavioural, social, or emotional needs. Implement behaviour management strategies tailored to individual pupils. Promote a calm and inclusive classroom environment by modelling positive behaviours. Liaise with teaching staff, parents, and SEN/SEMH teams to monitor progress and adapt support. De-escalate challenging situations with patience, professionalism, and empathy. Support reintegration of students into mainstream lessons where appropriate. Encourage students’ personal development and emotional wellbeing through daily interactions. Job Requirements: Experience working with children or young people in an educational, care, or youth work setting. Strong understanding of behaviour management techniques and emotional regulation strategies. Resilience, patience, and emotional intelligence in challenging situations. A background in SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) support is desirable. Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure, with excellent communication skills. Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one). What We Offer: Competitive daily rates based on experience. A dedicated recruitment consultant to support your journey. Access to free training opportunities and professional development. Opportunity to be part of a supportive, values-driven school community. If you're driven to inspire positive change and guide young people toward brighter futures, apply today for the Behaviour Mentor role in Wakefield (WF1). Your influence could be the turning point a student needs. Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check. As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK. For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Behaviour Mentor’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch. GSL Education. Location : Wakefield, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Paragraf’s patented contamination-free deposition technology delivers game-changing opportunities for the commercialisation of graphene by allowing us to manufacture high-purity 2D graphene sheets at scale. Paragraf is the first company in the world to mass produce graphene-based electronic devices using standard semiconductor processes. We not only specialise in the manufacture of high-purity graphene but also its seamless integration into ready to use products that can be quickly adopted by our customers and partners to support the advancement of their technologies. At Paragraf we are committed to materially transforming electronics through the development of high-purity graphene products that will facilitate massive improvements in the performance of technologies across all aspects of life. Founded as a spin out from Cambridge University in 2017 with the aim of transferring the technology from the academic lab into a commercial entity. Since then, we have grown from one site in Somersham, Cambridgeshire and three employees to a team of over 100 people and an additional production facility in Huntingdon as well as sales teams globally promoting Paragraf. The role This role is key to supporting the transfer of technology into production through strong liaison between the Innovation and Production teams and application of sound process engineering techniques. Responsibilities Apply process engineering knowledge to the fabrication and scale up of graphene based sensors, semiconductor devices. Collect and analyse process data to aid optimisation of the production process and support research and development projects. Manage individual projects, as set out by our technology roadmap and new product development processes via presentation and reports. Manage & develop unit processes and their measurements systems, via documentation, training and Key Performance Indicators and their resulting process capability, to ensure optimal yield. Document & implement R&D practices, approaches & policies. Work with external partners and manage their contributions where necessary. Effectively communicate results to a wider audience across the business. Provide timely, reliable support to our research, applications, development, and production teams. Develop processes with efficiency and quality in mind with a focus on Lean practices and SPC/FDC driven process control. Contribute on new equipment purchases which drive the technology, productivity and quality roadmap. Requirements What we're looking for Education and Qualifications At least a 2,1 degree level in relevant subject; engineering, physics, materials science, etc, or suitable equivalent experience Experience Experience of working in a research or production facility developing new products, ideally in a semiconductor cleanroom / electronic devices environment Semiconductor device fabrication, including one of Photolithography, Wet/ Dry chemical etching, deposition techniques (PVD, CVD, ALD, Epitaxy) Understanding of device packaging and testing methods Experience of working with large datasets and statistical analysis packages such as JMP or Minitab Experience with Technology Transfers and/or Process Equipment Procurement Skills and knowledge Understanding of basic electrical and electronic engineering Strong applied, hands-on capabilities Considered and organised approach to tasks, methodical and diligent Capability to grasp quickly new scientific concepts and technologies Exceptional team player with strong interpersonal skills Ability to reflect, learn from mistakes and respond positively to feedback Ability to handle several ongoing projects, and can prioritise and organise own workload Capability to work autonomously and make considered decisions Communication Ability to communicate at all levels with both internal and external contacts Ability to present information clearly and appropriately for the audience Additional factors Respect and adherence to confidentiality and critical matters Responsible for ensuring a safe and healthy work environment by complying with company policies and processes and all relevant regulations including the use of PPE, as appropriate to the level and scope of the role. This includes participation in health and safety training and reporting of any potential hazards or breaches of safety protocols in the appropriate manner. Willing to travel both domestically and abroad UK Driving licence Experience of the following would be an advantage but not essential Coding/Scripting in any of the following: Python, C/C++/C#, Labview or SQL Experience of formal troubleshooting techniques, e.g. 6-Sigma, 8D, FMEA Understanding of H&S regulations and ISO 9001 certification and process documentation Liaising with external vendors and development partners, including Technology transfers Benefits At Paragraf we are constantly looking for new ways to support and reward our team. This is our current list of benefits, they are subject to change and review Group Personal Pension Plan- Employer contribution 5%, Employee contribution minimum 4% Private health insurance on completion of probation Share Option scheme Death in service of 3 times salary and income protection on completion of probation 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the chance to ‘purchase’ up to 5 additional days each year Personal and Professional Development Plans and support Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme Electric Vehicle Lease Scheme Payroll Giving scheme Paragraf. Location : Somersham, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

89% of our staff are satisfied with TMF as their employer! Role: Female Project Worker- Days (Female applicants only under an exemption from the Equality Act 2010 – Section 9 – Part 1 (A) as a genuine occupational requirement) Project/location: Mitre House – Pollok, Glasgow Hours: 38 hours Salary: £24,897.60 per annum, Driver required: Not required Contract type: Permanent Closing date: Friday 15th August Job ref: REQ00979 About The Mungo Foundation Our organisation was established in the mid-70s with the goal of providing outstanding social care for individuals with diverse support needs. We're dedicated to placing the people we support at the forefront of everything we do and providing customised care that suits their specific needs. Our core values of Life, Justice, and Community drive us to make a positive impact on people's lives. TMF is delighted to confirm that on 1st April 2025 it joined Enable, one of Scotland’s leading charities who has been championing the rights of individuals for over 70 years. Enable’s mission is to work for an equal society where everyone has the right to live, work and participate in the communities of their choice. Across the charity’s three pillars, they deliver self-directed health and social care support with Enable Cares; employability and training services with Enable Works; and community projects and campaigns with Enable Communities. About the Role Mitre House is a small residential care home in Pollok where we support five adults who have a learning disability and, in some cases, associated physical disabilities. Hi, I’m J, I live in Mitre House in Pollok with four other adults, and we’re looking for a new project worker to join our team. We all have learning or physical disabilities, but that doesn’t stop us from having fun! We love going out to clubs, the cinema, and for meals, and we enjoy being part of our local community. We also like spending time indoors, playing games or relaxing together. We need someone who is: - Confident and can help us with our everyday needs like cooking, cleaning, and getting ready for the day. - Proactive, who will take the lead in making sure we get to do the things we love. - Lots of fun! We enjoy a laugh and need someone who can bring energy and positivity into our home. What You’ll Be Doing: - Supporting us with personal care, meals, and everyday tasks. - Helping us get out and about—whether it’s to a club, the cinema, or just around the community. - Encouraging us to be independent and make our own choices. - Being a friend, we can rely on to brighten our day. We’re a small and friendly home, and we can’t wait to meet someone who will help us live our best lives. If you think you’re the right person for the job, then please apply. No qualifications or experience? No problem! An SVQ2 in Health & Social Care and previous experience in a social care setting would be helpful, but they’re not essential. We’re looking for caring, reliable individuals with a genuine interest in supporting others. If you’re happy to work towards a qualification and keen to learn, we’ll provide full training and support every step of the way. What’s in it for You? When you join our team at The Mungo Foundation, you’ll enjoy numerous benefits, including: Access to our benefits scheme - Mungo Money where you can enjoy; Supermarket Discounts, Fuel Savings, Cinema & Restaurant Discounts, Savings on Your Next Family Holiday, Reduced Gym Membership Costs and access to our Cycle to Work Scheme Credit Union Workplace Pension 33 days’ annual leave (based on 38 hours per week) Extensive Training and Development opportunities Employee Assistance Programme If successful but unqualified, you will have to work towards a suitable qualification for a post at this level, in line with the SSSC Regulatory requirements but don’t worry we will support you with this. Working with us means you’re not just starting a job; you’re joining a community of dedicated individuals making a real impact in the lives of the people we support. If you’re ready for a fulfilling career where you can be a part of J’s incredible journey, apply now. Let’s make a difference together! To apply please head to our website https://www.themungofoundation.org.uk/join-our-team/working/ where you can apply online. Appointments are made subject to satisfactory membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme, SSSC registration and appropriate safer recruitment checks. We will guide you through this.. Location : Pollok, Glasgow

We've got a great opportunity for a long term temp role within the Margate Courts, to join a fast-paced office, working as part of the admin team. Overview: - Full time 37 hrs per week - Monday - Friday - Long term Temporary ongoing role - Pay - £12.36 - £12.59 per Hour - Location - Margate - Start date ASAP Key responsibilities Administration * Preparing papers and files for court, tribunals, hearings and meetings. * Producing court/tribunal documents. * General photocopying and filing. * Creating and updating records on in-house computer system and data input. * Post opening and dispatch. * Booking, preparing and organising meeting rooms, supporting training courses and other group activities. * Preparing meeting agenda, joining instructions, handouts etc. Drafting * Standard letters and correspondence, minutes, notes, reports, submissions etc, according to guidelines and instructions. Operations * Clerking civil and family courts, tribunals and hearings, ensuring papers and materials are available and up to date * Assisting court users, supporting listing and rota management, checking files * Contacting relevant parties, scheduling, serving court documents, executing a range of warrants, collecting fines and fees etc, including the use of chip and pin * Handling counter (face to face), written and telephone enquiries. * To work as a team to ensure TIB (Team Information Board) meetings are relevant, timely and productive * To work as a team to problem solve, to assess the impact of new SOPS, to contribute to small projects * To undertake ad hoc roles within the band such as Jury Bailiff Officer, L+D Co-ordinator, H+S roles Processing casework * Including standard documentation and information, court orders, claims, fines and fees, legal aid * Resulting courts accurately, interpreting accurately the information required on a court file * To work to workload targets in terms of throughput and accuracy Checking and verifying * Documents, records, accounts, claims and returns for approval, results, statistics, plans etc. against criteria, regulations or procedures. * Ensuring compliance and administration documentation meet quality standards. * Role holders may be required to cross check and validate work completed by If you are interested in this position, please apply below Brook Street are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer. Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group. Brook Street is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all candidates who are veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel, and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. As a Disability Confident Leader, and holder of the Gold Award status from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, Brook Street, as a supplier to the Public Sector Resourcing Framework (PSR), will offer you a guaranteed interview with a PSR Sourcer. Should you identify as a candidate with a disability and/or as a veteran or spouse/partner of military personnel and meet all the essential criteria for the role, we encourage you to reach out to us via the Brook Street website. Here you will find a link to register your interest and state the role that you are interested in. We are committed to engaging with you. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses/partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, Brook Street will interview the best candidates from within that group.. Location : Margate, Kent, CT9 1RL

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Care Assistant you'll need to have some experience of caring for older people, a can-do approach and excellent communication skills. Your empathy and warm-hearted approach will shine through, but above all, you'll have the compassion needed to deliver the highest standard of care and support for all our residents. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more! If you'd like to use your people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.. Location : Ruchill

KS3-4 Learning Mentors – PLYMOUTH £88.94 PER DAY Full time – long term role – term time only SEPTEMBER 2025 Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3.30pm At GSL Education we are supporting an SEND school in PLYMOUTH who are seeking TA’s to join their team on a FULL TIME BASIS The school provides a personalised wrap-around education package to students with complex needs or EHCP pupils at risk of having to be educated in residential placements. Every child has a high level of support often including one to one support and bespoke timetables following thematic learning experiences. A wide range of personalised learning in and out of the classroom is designed to engage the student, build resilience and provide the foundation for rapid academic progress. THE SCHOOL HAS MULTIPLE SETTINGS AND WE ARE SEEKING THOSE HAPPY TO WORK ACROSS KS3-4 These roles are tough, the children present very challenging behaviour and you will need to be resilient and committed to this role. THIS ROLE REQUIRES A CLEAN UK DRIVING LICENSE AND OWN CAR. You must be happy to use this car for business purposes. Responsibilities: Guide students as Learning Mentor, offering personalised guidance and support. Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents to develop comprehensive support plans. Foster a nurturing environment that promotes improved social interactions and communication skills. Assist with daily tasks, academic activities, and implement effective interventions to address behavior challenges and promote positive outcomes. Requirements: Be available asap on a full time basis Effective communication abilities to ensure clear interactions Demonstrated Patience and Empathy along with flexibility and adaptability Dedication to the Success of Students Why Choose GSL Education? GSL Education, a respected and independent recruitment agency, supports educators nationwide across the UK. Benefit from competitive compensation rates tailored to candidates. Our services are personalized, with dedicated consultants guiding you to secure your ideal position. Experience a flexible work-life balance tailored to suit your lifestyle. Rest assured, we are dedicated to upholding high standards of quality and safeguarding. If you are dedicated and qualified for this opportunity and ready to contribute to the inclusive education of students, please apply for the advert and submit your CV. To work with GSL Education, you should: Have the right to work in the UK. Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years. Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Educati LogicMelon. Location : Plymouth, Devon, United Kingdom

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you! As a Chef at Toby Carvery - Whitewebbs House, you will master our menu, with your food being the reason guests keep coming through our doors! You’ll enjoy working in a team, serving up food to be proud of. Does this sound like the chef job for you? Join us at Toby Carvery, they don’t call us the ‘home of the roast’ for nothing! Our Toby Carvery family make every visit personal; we love having fun and we truly care about making great memories for our guests. If you love Yorkies as much as we do, we want to hear from you. WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? Flexible shifts to fit around you. A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered. 20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family. Wagestream – a financial toolkit that helps you manage your finances and allows you to access your earned pay when you need it. Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications. Opportunity for progression; on average 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year. Discounts on gym memberships. Team Socials – work hard, play hard! On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS A CHEF YOU’LL… Prepare everything that is needed before service. Cook food to be proud of and know the menu inside out. Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. Haven't got a CV to hand? Don't worry you don't need a CV to apply. Location : Enfield, , EN2 9HH

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you! As Shift Supervisor at the Red Lion, you’ll give a warm welcome to everyone who visits. With a passion for great service and training great people, you’ll lead a team that keeps our guests coming back for more. Join us at Sizzling Pub & Grill one of the UK’s most loved pub brands. From breakfast to the big game and beyond, our team welcome each guest with open arms. So, if you’ve got sizzling skills and want to join our team at the heart of the community, apply today! WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? Flexible shifts - to fit around you. Love dining out? You'll love it even more with a massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter, a family roast at Toby Carvery or socialising with friends in the city at All Bar One, we’ve got you covered. 20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family. Wagestream – a financial toolkit that helps you manage your finances and allows you to access your earned pay when you need it. Never a dull moment – fun, laughs and lifelong friends! Team Socials – work hard, play hard! On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS SHIFT SUPERVISOR YOU’LL… Be part of the day-to-day running of the site: acting as a host, serving guests and confidently lead your team Be a shift leader Be a role model for your teams, helping with their training Maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety. Location : Shrewsbury, , SY1 4AB

A Vacancy at Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust. Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy Pathway for the NHS Talking Therapies High Intensity Psychotherapeutic Counselling training programme Entrants do not need to possess previous clinical or professional expertise in mental health but should have demonstrable interpersonal skills and values consistent with providing hopeful, person-centred care within the NHS TT stepped model of care. Potential trainees should be assessed for the following attributes or the potential for developing them: • Warmth, kindness, compassion, empathy • Authenticity, self-awareness, maturity, and stability • Ability to listen, be present and attentive • Ability to come alongside people experiencing emotional and psychological distress • Capacity for reflexivity • Ability to be vulnerable and make use of and reflect upon own life experience • Capacity to cope with the emotional demands of the course • Ability to cope with the intellectual and academic requirements • Ability to be self-critical and use both positive and negative feedback • Awareness of and ability to explore issues of difference and equality and the nature of prejudice and oppression • Ability to recognise the need for personal and professional support and self-care Candidates should also show a commitment to working with people with common mental health problems (see NHSTT Manual for conditions covered by NHS TT) and an understanding of and commitment to evidence-based practice and the NHS Talking Therapies stepped care model. New NHS funded three year NHS TT HIPC training programme in Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy to run at Roehampton University. To help improve access to adult NHS TT services for people experiencing common mental health problems, Health Education England (HEE) is piloting a new salaried training pathway that will provide trainee Psychotherapeutic Counsellors with advanced conceptual understanding and skills in the practical application of psychotherapeutic counselling and a defined standard of competency in the NICE-recommended - Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT). The training provider for this pathway is to be Roehampton University. This training aims to: 1. Develop high intensity psychotherapeutic counsellors with the qualities, skills and competences to develop, engage in and sustain strong therapeutic relationships and work effectively with NHSTT patients with depression, and their families where appropriate. 2. Develop core psychotherapeutic counselling practitioner competency, including integration of practical competency in DIT, in line with the needs of patients, families and carers. 3. Ensure clinical practice in accordance with local and national NHS Talking Therapies Service policy, including working to create inclusive and effective services for all. 4. Promote personal and professional development and self-awareness essential to successful psychotherapeutic counselling. At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people. We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities. Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do, and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves. Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do. All candidates entering the programme should hold evidence of academic credit or equivalence allowing entry to the Level 7 programme. A degree at 2:2 or above in any relevant subject, or equivalent, should be considered the minimum requirement for entry. Candidates without a degree at 2:2 or above may be able to secure a place by demonstrating competency via a portfolio of evidence, which meets specified academic equivalence requirements. Candidates should show proficiency in reading, writing and spoken English of a standard necessary to support academic study and professional practice at Level 7 - IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each element. All candidates should have completed a Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills, which ordinarily involves a minimum of 10 days or 60 hours of face-to-face tuition at level 2 or level 3. Online courses are not acceptable. Please note: L2 Award, Helping Skills and Introductory courses are not accepted. In their recruitment processes, providers and services should pay particular regard to increasing equity of access to, and inclusion in, the training for candidates with protected characteristics that are under-represented in the NHS TT workforce. This may include applying evidence-based systems of contextual recruitment to ensure selection criteria are applied in light of objective contextual factors that may impact on attainment of qualifications or experience and taking other actions to reduce the impact of systemic obstacles to attainment that correlate with protected characteristics. Overall Training Summary During their training, trainees are employed by DHC and will be expected to carry out an average of two to three days per week of clinical practice in the NHS Talking Therapies Southampton service. During the Foundation level training (first year), following sign off as meeting a Foundation standard of competence in simulation, trainees will work with people with mild to moderate depression in NHS Talking Therapies Southampton. Throughout the training programme, trainees must undertake a minimum of 90 minutes of training supervision to every six hours of client work (or the equivalent for group supervision). Supervision must be provided by training providers weekly and may be provided individually or in small groups of up to 3 trainees. The minimum supervision that trainees should receive is 90 minutes per week of training supervision, even if they have completed less than six hours of client work in the week. NHS Talking Therapies Southampton will be responsible for supervision by a qualified and experienced DIT supervisor) on site, including oversight of case management, clinical governance, and management supervision in line with the supervision requirements of the NHS TT Manual. On qualification, trainees will be required to meet the requirements for individual registration as set out in the NHS TT Manual. Trainees should be informed at the start of their training of the different requirements of the various post-training individual registration schemes recognised within the NHS TT Manual and, where the training programme does not meet the requirements of specific registration schemes (e.g., number of hours of personal therapy), what trainees can do to meet those requirements if they so choose. Trainees will be required to complete a minimum of 50 hours of personal therapy over the three years, commencing in Year 1 prior to starting work with service users. Therapy undertaken prior to the commencement of training may not be counted towards this requirement. The therapy must be in the theoretical orientation of the training. Providers will be expected to engage with services from commencement of the contract as part of programme mobilisation. Ongoing engagement with services to support the trainee will be expected to continue during the training period. The recruitment process to identify the trainees for this new psychological role will be collaborative and values based. This is to ensure that trainees recruited can meet both service expectations but also the educational requirements for the three-year pathway. It is expected that the trainees will be recruited as part of a joint recruitment process by the training providers and NHS Talking Therapies service providers. For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net This is a fixed term role and for those with current NHS service, the role will be offered on a secondment basis only. Please obtain permission to be released on a secondment before submitting an application. Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position. This advert closes on Wednesday 13 Aug 2025. Location : Southampton, SO15 1GX