Cognitive Behavioural Therapist - Stafford

Richmond Villages; Stafford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A health organization in Stafford is seeking a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist to provide high-quality therapy and assessments. This part-time role requires an accredited professional with at least 2 years of experience in delivering CBT. The position offers flexible hours and a supportive working environment focusing on client welfare and diverse mental health needs.

Benefits

25 days holiday per year

Enhanced pension and life insurance

Bupa health insurance

Annual performance-based bonus

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience delivering high-intensity CBT with diverse issues.
• BABCP accredited and a post-graduate diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
• Deliver comprehensive assessments and interventions.
• Work autonomously following professional guidelines.

Skills

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Client Liaison

Time Management

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Post-Graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Full BABCP accreditation

Tools

Microsoft systems

Electronic medical record systems

Job description

Cognitive Behavioural Therapist - Stafford

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

Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist – Face to Face

Location: Mindplace Stafford, Riverside Shopping Centre, ST16 3AL.

Permanent. Part‑time hours available (minimum of 2 days per week*).

Salary: Competitive plus excellent Bupa benefits.

Session Requirements

• Monday to Friday: Early shift 08:00‑16:00, Late shift 14:00‑22:00.
• At least one shift per week must be a late shift.
• Saturdays 08:30‑17:00 (at least 1 in every 3 weekends, may vary by location).
• Each day will include 5 appointments.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or brief interventions with excellent clinical outcomes.
• Deliver comprehensive assessments and formulations to guide evidence‑based interventions.
• Offer service delivery via face‑to‑face, telephone or video consultations as per client preference.
• Adhere to Bupa’s case‑management processes and collaborate with Clinical Leads and the therapy team.
• Manage session limits according to clients’ private medical insurance allowances, working toward therapeutic recovery goals.
• Provide signposting or onward referrals as required.
• Offer ad‑hoc wellbeing support and coaching when needed.
• Conduct one‑off assessments and referral recommendations.
• Provide group psycho‑education and promote mental wellbeing through remote presentations, workshops and training.
• Work autonomously within professional guidelines and Bupa’s service policies.
• Attend individual and group clinical supervision to support practice.
• Collaborate with operational and clinical teams to improve client and employee experiences.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Post‑Graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT/High Intensity) – BABCP accredited.
• Full BABCP accreditation.
• At least 2 years’ experience delivering high‑intensity CBT with working‑age clients presenting diverse issues.

Desirable (Not mandatory)

• Training and accreditation in specialized areas such as EMDR.
• Corporate experience and business understanding.
• Excellent leadership and management skills.

Key Skills & Experience

• General adult mental health speciality experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft systems and electronic medical record systems.
• Ability to evaluate, plan and prioritise workload under demanding timeframes.
• Strong customer service and client liaison experience.
• Excellent application of clinical knowledge and communication skills.
• Strong professional drive, self‑motivation, and team‑player qualities.
• Effective diary management and target‑driven caseload handling.
• High standards of written and oral communication.
• Diverse and varied clinical experience.

Personal Characteristics

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

Benefits

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

Why Bupa?

We are a health insurer and provider focused on customers’ wellbeing. We champion diversity and aim to represent the communities we serve. Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and offers reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Type

Part‑time

Job Area

Clinical Services

Location

Mindplace Stafford