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Apprentice Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
| Posting date: | 19 November 2024 |
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| Salary: | £26,530 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £26530 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 December 2024 |
| Location: | Macclesfield, SK10 1AQ |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | B0091-24-0015 |
Summary
This apprenticeship would suit adults whose work and/or lived experience has given relevant, substantial experience that would prepare them for this professional role. The PWP role is a highly Competitive role and the apprenticeship route is for adults who have not studied at degree + level but have skills, experience and expertise that means they would meet the usual criteria for this role. This is not a traditional apprenticeship in the sense it is not suitable for school leavers - this role requires evidence of working in settings that will demonstrate how you have met the person description. You are welcome to send an email to Lauren.solomon@thebiglifegroup.com if you are unsure if this role is for you Do you have compassion for others and would you like to support people with their mental health challenges? Do you have excellent communication skills and able to work in a fast-paced environment? Do you have the skills to to organise and prioritise your own busy workload whilst delivering excellent care? If the answer is yes, we have opportunities to train as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) on a Level 6 apprenticeship in NHS East Cheshire Talking Therapies Services PWPs are professionals who help people who are experiencing a range of difficulties such as stress, anxiety and low mood, including those related to employment difficulties and long-term conditions and they provide short-term low intensity CBT, evidence-based treatments in line with NICE guidance to help people make positive changes to improve their wellbeing and quality of life. The PWP apprenticeship programme is a 15-month course delivered by Liverpool John Moores University. The course will start March 2025. The programme combines academic and work-based learning. Successful applicants will need to demonstrate commitment to the academic requirements of the course and assessments. It is a programme requirement that apprentices must provide evidence of achievement of GCSE Math's and English grade C or grade 4 and above, or equivalent qualification.This course is not suitable for those with a qualification above level 3 (I.e above a-levels) degree/diploma/higher education certificates will not be shortlisted Main duties of the job The role is fast-paced, varied and a wide range of treatments are provided by the PWP, including telephone and online treatment on a one-to-one basis or in groups. Attend, engage with, and successfully complete a course of study through Liverpool John Moores University - this will require attending weekly lectures at the university Manage a caseload of clients, ensuring effective support and intervention delivery. Conduct comprehensive assessments to guide treatment planning and intervention strategies. Support community events to enhance outreach and engagement Support the wider team to deliver an effective and efficient service Promote the service, actively seeking opportunities to generate referrals and expand access to mental health support This role is not remote and you will come to the office, attend university and work across east Cheshire. A car is not essential to the role but will be beneficial as you will need to make alternative travel arrangements. Due to the volume of applications we cannot provide feedback on unsuccessful applications. Once all applications have been shortlisted, applicants will receive an email to say if they have been successful/unsuccessful. Overview of your organisation NHS East Cheshire Talking Therapies - The Big Life Group - is a user led mental health charity that has developed considerable expertise in the field of primary care mental health. The charity currently delivers a range of services including self help support groups, online CBT services, counselling and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. The charity is funded by various NHS Trusts and works across the North West with the head office based in Hulme, Manchester. Big Life is in the business of changing lives. We fight inequality by working with people and places to create opportunities and inspire change. Whatever service we deliver to help people to change their lives, we do things the Big Life Way. The Big Life group positively promotes diversity in the workforce. The Big Life groupis committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults