Cognitive Behavioural Therapist - Band 7

Leedscommunityhealthcare; Leeds; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in Leeds seeks an experienced Cognitive Behavioural Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team. The role involves providing CBT to patients with multisystem health conditions and adapting to an evolving service landscape. Flexibility, good communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. This permanent part-time position offers a salary range of £47,810 to £54,710 annually and operates across various clinics in Leeds, emphasizing a patient-centric approach.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Access to NHS discount sites

Qualifications

• Experience treating multisystem conditions like Long Covid.
• Ability to adapt to evolving service needs.
• Self-motivated and capable of independent travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to patients.
• Work across clinics in Leeds and deliver virtual treatment.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Good communication skills

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Flexibility and adaptability

Job description

Cognitive Behavioural Therapist - Band 7

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Specialist Business Unit of Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust. We are looking to recruit an experienced qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist to join the award winning multi-disciplinary team which originated as the Long Covid Rehabilitation service, and has recently widened it’s referral criteria and rebranded as Leeds Multisystem Rehabilitation Service (LEMURS).

Successful candidates will provide assessment and delivery of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy counselling and support to patients with long-term multisystem health conditions and significant difficulties with daily life functioning. These difficulties may arise from symptoms such as fatigue, widespread pain, brain fog, dizziness and others. ‘Multisystem’ refers to the fact that the diagnosis and symptoms do not fit neatly into a single body system. It is suitable for people who are ready to engage with a rehab-oriented approach. The service offers a holistic approach, often including pacing, sleep, mood, pain management, dysautonomia management and vocational help.

The team consists of a range of therapists and are supported by medical specialists from Cardiology, Respiratory and Rehabilitation Medicine for discussion and advice when needed.

You must be able to demonstrate you have an awareness and basic understanding of treating patients who are experiencing symptoms from a variety of multisystem conditions including Long Covid, Fibromyalgia and post viral fatigue conditions. You must be able to demonstrate that you have the ability and flexibility to work within an evolving service which is ever changing to meet the rehabilitation needs of the people of Leeds. We are looking for someone who is flexible and adaptable, an individual who is a good team player. You should also have good communication skills both verbal and written.

The role will include working with people in clinics based across the city, as well as delivering treatment virtually with online educational programs and appointments. therefore, excellent IT skills including a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office including MS Teams are essential.

We are looking for someone who is flexible, adaptable and able to travel independently with access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

This is a permanent, part time role (22.5 hours / 0.6 WTE) within a city-wide service which operates Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays).

You are strongly encouraged to contact the service before submitting your application.

Please Review the Job Description and Person Specification Attached for full Requirements of the Role.

Adverts will close early where the maximum number of applicants is reached.

Working for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust:

Who are we?

Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.

We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.

Perks of the job:

Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.

Right to Work:

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapist - Band 7

• Salary £47810 to £54710 per annum pro rata
• Frequency Annual (Agenda for Change roles)
• Vacancy Reference C9833-795-25
• Contract Type Permanent
• Weekly Working Hours 22.5
• Closing Date 05 January, 2026
• Staff Group Allied Health Professionals
• Business Unit Specialist Business Unit
• Location White Rose Office Park, Building 3 Millshaw Park Ln, Leeds, United Kingdom