Cognitive Behavioural Therapist - Chertsey

Richmond Villages; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health provider in Chertsey seeks a part-time Cognitive Behavioural Therapist to deliver high-quality CBT and support clients through evidence-based interventions. The ideal candidate will have a post-graduate diploma in CBT and minimum 2 years’ experience in high-intensity interventions. Excellent Bupa benefits included. Flexible working hours available.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year

Enhanced pension

Bupa health insurance

Annual performance-based bonus

Discounted gym sessions

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience delivering high-intensity CBT interventions.
• Full accreditation with the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies.
• Training or accreditation in additional specialised areas (e.g., EMDR) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and low-level brief interventions.
• Deliver comprehensive assessments and determine appropriate care pathways.
• Work autonomously within professional guidelines.

Skills

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

High Intensity Interventions

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Post-Graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Accreditation with BABCP

Tools

Microsoft Systems

Electronic Medical Record Systems

Job description

Cognitive Behavioural Therapist - Chertsey

Apply for the Cognitive Behavioural Therapist - Chertsey role at Richmond Villages.

Location: Mindplace Chertsey, 124 Melita House, Chertsey, KT16 8LA | Employment Type: Part‑time, Permanent (minimum 2 days per week)

Salary: Competitive plus excellent Bupa benefits.

Working Hours: Sessions Monday–Friday: Early shift 08:00–16:00, Late shift 14:00–22:00, with at least one late shift per week; Saturdays 08:30–17:00 (at least one every three weekends). Each day includes 5 appointments.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and/or low‑level brief interventions with excellent clinical outcomes.
• Deliver comprehensive assessments and formulations to drive evidence‑based interventions and determine appropriate care pathways.
• Offer service delivery via face‑to‑face, telephone or video consultations based on client preference.
• Adhere to Bupa case‑management processes, collaborate with Clinical Leads and the wider therapy team.
• Respect session limits aligned with clients’ private medical insurance and work towards therapeutic recovery goals.
• Provide sign‑posting or onward referrals and ad‑hoc wellbeing support as required.
• Conduct one‑off assessments, referral recommendations and group psycho‑education sessions, workshops, or training.
• Work autonomously within professional guidelines and Bupa service policies.
• Attend regular clinical supervision, individually and group‑based, in line with BUPA and professional body guidelines.
• Collaborate with operational and clinical teams to improve client and employee experiences.

Key Skills / Qualifications

• Post‑Graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT/High Intensity) accredited by BABCP.
• Full accreditation with the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience delivering high‑intensity CBT interventions to working‑age clients.

Desirable

• Training or accreditation in additional specialised areas (e.g., EMDR).
• Corporate experience and business understanding.
• Excellent leadership and management skills.

Additional Skills & Experience

• General adult mental health specialism experience.
• IT skills – proficiency with Microsoft systems and electronic medical record systems.
• Ability to evaluate, plan and prioritise workload within demanding time scales.
• Proven customer service and client liaison experience.
• Excellent application of clinical knowledge, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong professional and personal drive, self‑motivated and self‑sufficient.
• Rapid and decisive decision‑making, strong problem‑solving capability, team player.
• Experience managing own caseload, achieving individual targets and outcomes, diary management, and utilisation targets.
• High standards in written and oral communication, diverse and varied clinical experience.

Personal Characteristics

• Well‑developed communication skills.
• Effective time‑management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work autonomously in a busy environment.
• Understanding of business environment and multidisciplinary teamwork.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday per year (increases with length of service) with buy/sell option.
• Enhanced pension and life insurance.
• Travel cost support via season ticket loan or cycle2work.
• Discounted online gym sessions.
• Annual performance‑based bonus.
• Bupa health insurance as a benefit‑in‑kind.
• Option to join discounted dental insurance scheme.
• Access to Digital GP platform on mobile.
• Emotional wellbeing support and family mental health line.
• Financial wellbeing channels and support for carers.

Why Bupa?

We are a health insurer and provider focused on customer care and employee wellbeing, driven by inclusive values and a commitment to diversity. Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and offers reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.