Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner - Cannock

Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join our Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Talking Therapies service as a Senior PWP within our Cannock Team. Our Talking Therapies service supports people experiencing common mental health difficulties, including anxiety and depression.

Main duties of the job
Working alongside the Step 2 Lead and Senior PWP's, you will play an important role in supporting the effective delivery of low-intensity interventions, providing clinical guidance and helping ensure that the needs of the people accessing our service are met. The post involves significant line management, case management and clinical supervision of Trainee/Qualified Low Intensity workers under the direction of the Clinical Director, Senior Therapist and Step 2 Lead. The post holder will be expected to carry out assessments, risk assessments and treatment interventions in both 1-1 and group settings. You will contribute to maintaining high clinical standards, ensuring accurate clinical records and outcome measures, supporting audits and encouraging continuous professional development across the team. You will also work collaboratively with colleagues, GP practices and other health and social care professionals to support appropriate referrals and ensure people receive the right support for their needs.

About us
Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity delivering innovative, life-changing mental health support for individuals and communities across the UK. Through our diverse range of services, we help people improve their mental wellbeing, overcome barriers and lead fulfilling lives. Everything we do is people focused. Whether supporting those who access our services or investing in the wellbeing and development of our colleagues, people are at the heart of MHM. Our workforce is the driving force behind our success, and we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and values-led environment where talented individuals can thrive and make a meaningful difference. By joining MHM, you'll become part of a compassionate and ambitious organisation that is committed to improving mental health, promoting recovery and creating positive change in communities across the country. Within our Talking Therapies service, you will benefit from strong team support, regular clinical supervision and opportunities to develop your professional interests. We encourage colleagues to share ideas, contribute to service improvements and take an active role in developing best practice.

Details
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: R000672

Job responsibilities
Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (Senior PWP) - Cannock. Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week. Salary: AfC Band 6 - £39,959 to £48,117 per annum. Location: Cannock, Staffordshire. Working arrangements: Hybrid working.

Can you make Talking Matter? Our Talking Therapies team are looking for people to help change lives!

About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join our Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Talking Therapies service as a Senior PWP within our Cannock Team. Our Talking Therapies service supports people experiencing common mental health difficulties, including anxiety and depression. We are committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based psychological interventions while creating an environment where colleagues can develop their skills, share ideas and provide the best possible care. Working alongside the Step 2 Lead and Senior PWP's, you will play an important role in supporting the effective delivery of low-intensity interventions, providing clinical guidance and helping ensure that the needs of the people accessing our service are met. The post involves significant line management, case management and clinical supervision of Trainee/Qualified Low Intensity workers under the direction of the Clinical Director, Senior Therapist and Step 2 Lead. The post holder will be expected to carry out assessments, risk assessments and treatment interventions in both 1-1 and group settings. You will contribute to maintaining high clinical standards, ensuring accurate clinical records and outcome measures, supporting audits and encouraging continuous professional development across the team. You will also work collaboratively with colleagues, GP practices and other health and social care professionals to support appropriate referrals and ensure people receive the right support for their needs. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their leadership and management experience while remaining involved in clinical delivery. Our service encourages new ideas, supports specialist interests and offers opportunities for internal and external continuing professional development (CPD). We are committed to staff wellbeing and flexible working. Following successful completion of a six-month probationary period, the role offers the opportunity to work from home two days per week, alongside clinical supervision, team support and integration with our Step 3 team.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with at least one year of post-qualification experience delivering low-intensity psychological interventions. You will have experience supporting people with common mental health difficulties and a strong understanding of how anxiety and depression present in primary care. You will have experience of clinical supervision or supporting the development of others within a therapeutic setting, alongside the ability to provide clear clinical guidance and effective case management to trainee and qualified practitioners. You will also be able to demonstrate:

• Experience delivering evidence-based low-intensity interventions, such as guided self-help and group psychoeducation.
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical assessment, risk assessment, risk management and appropriate onward referrals.
• The ability to build effective therapeutic relationships and adapt your approach to meet individual needs.
• An understanding of clinical governance, confidentiality, clinical record-keeping and the use of outcome measures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, GPs and wider health and social care professionals.
• The ability to manage competing priorities, organise your own workload and support others to manage their clinical diaries effectively.
• A commitment to reflective practice, ongoing professional development and maintaining high standards of care.
• A non-judgemental, inclusive approach that promotes equality, diversity, dignity and respect.

You must hold a recognised NHS Talking Therapies Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner qualification and be registered with either the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) or the British Psychological Society (BPS). Experience of low-intensity supervision training, long-term conditions training or further training in psychological interventions would be beneficial. Above all, you will be passionate about improving mental health, supporting colleagues to thrive and ensuring that people receive compassionate, accessible and effective care.

What we offer you

• 27 days' annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays.
• Enhanced occupational sick pay.
• Access to our workplace pension scheme.
• Family-friendly and flexible working arrangements to support a good work-life balance.
• Access to our Wellbeing Offer, including an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Virtual GP service and wellbeing resources.
• Life Assurance and a free Will-writing service.
• Blue Light Card and Charity Worker discounts.
• Access to Tickets for Good.
• Employee recognition and celebration schemes.
• A tailored induction programme, bespoke personal development and career pathways to support you in your role and career aspirations.

How to Apply
At Mental Health Matters, we are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring that we appoint people who share our values and are dedicated to making a positive difference. If you are interested in this opportunity, please complete our online application form. As part of your application, you will be asked to answer a number of questions to demonstrate how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. We encourage you to provide examples that highlight your suitability for the role. For further information about our recruitment and selection processes, please refer to our Candidate Guide.

Closing date: 22 November 2026
Anticipated interview date: 30 November 2026 - in person

The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe everyone should have access to fair and accessible opportunities, and we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are welcoming and inclusive for all. During the application process, we may ask for some personal information to help us understand how we can make our recruitment practices as fair and accessible as possible. Any information you provide will be treated confidentially and used solely for this purpose. We value the unique experiences, perspectives and contributions that diversity brings and are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported and able to be themselves.

Interested in Finding Out More?
We welcome informal conversations about the role. If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact: Marie Boardman. We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming talented people who share our passion for improving mental health and changing lives.

Person Specification
Essential qualifications:

• You must hold a recognised NHS Talking Therapies Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner qualification and be registered with either the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) or the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Desirable qualifications:

• Experience of low-intensity supervision training, long-term conditions training or further training in psychological interventions would be beneficial.

Essential experience:

• You will have experience supporting people with common mental health difficulties and a strong understanding of how anxiety and depression present in primary care.
• You will have experience of clinical supervision or supporting the development of others within a therapeutic setting, alongside the ability to provide clear clinical guidance and effective case management to trainee and qualified practitioners.
• Experience delivering evidence-based low-intensity interventions, such as guided self-help and group psychoeducation.
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical assessment, risk assessment, risk management and appropriate onward referrals.
• The ability to build effective therapeutic relationships and adapt your approach to meet individual needs.
• An understanding of clinical governance, confidentiality, clinical record-keeping and the use of outcome measures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, GPs and wider health and social care professionals.
• The ability to manage competing priorities, organise your own workload and support others to manage their clinical diaries effectively.
• A commitment to reflective practice, ongoing professional development and maintaining high standards of care.
• A non-judgemental, inclusive approach that promotes equality, diversity, dignity and respect.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details
Employer name: Mental Health Matters
Address: 102-104 High Green Court, Cannock, WS11 1BE
Employer's website: https://www.mhm.org.uk/

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: People and Organisational Development, MHM Recruitment Team, recruitment@mhm.org.uk, 01915163500