Senior Psychological Therapist

Senior Psychological Therapist
Position: Senior Psychological Therapist
Location: Jersey, Channel Islands
Salary: Up to £73,300 per annum + Benefits & Enhancements
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week

Relocation Package: We offer a generous relocation package designed to fully support your move.

Our comprehensive assistance covers all essential expenses, ensuring a smooth and stress-free transition for the successful candidate.


MediTalent is excited to assist in the recruitment for a Senior Psychological Therapist for an outstanding opportunity to elevate your career while making a meaningful impact on the community in Jersey.

If you're seeking a challenging role that offers professional growth and the chance to be part of a supportive, dynamic team, this could be the perfect next step for you.

About the Role
As a Senior Psychological Therapist, you will play a pivotal role within the Psychological Assessment and Therapy Service/Community Mental Health Team (CMHT).

You will provide leadership and clinical supervision to junior team members while delivering high-intensity interventions such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT).

You will work with clients facing severe and complex psychological difficulties, including co-morbid and complex trauma presentations, to deliver evidence-based treatments that improve mental health outcomes for adults in Jersey, including those transitioning from Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) to adult services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead & Deliver: Develop and implement high-quality psychological therapies, offering evidence-based interventions in both group and individual settings to enhance mental health and well-being across diverse populations.


• Culturally Relevant Services: Ensure that services are delivered in a variety of non-stigmatising and culturally relevant locations, tailored to the unique needs of each client.


• Client Assessment & Risk Management: Conduct thorough assessments and manage risks according to established protocols, ensuring that clients are placed on appropriate treatment pathways.


• Collaborate Across Teams: Build and maintain strong working relationships with Primary and Secondary Care staff, contributing to effective multi-disciplinary team (MDT) collaborations.


• Maintain High Standards: Stay up-to-date with the latest best practice guidelines and advancements in psychological therapies, ensuring compliance with professional standards set by bodies such as BABCP, HCPC, and NICE.

What We're Looking For

• Accreditation with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) or eligibility for registration with HCPC.


• Postgraduate diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) aligned with the IAPT programme or equivalent professional qualification.


• Additional advanced training in CBT or other evidence-based therapies such as DBT, ACT, EMDR, CAT, IPT, including supervision skills.


• At least five years of post-qualification experience providing evidence-based psychological therapies to adults with mental health issues.

Why Choose This Opportunity?

• Competitive Salary: Earn up to £73,300 per annum, complemented by additional benefits and enhancements.


• Relocation Support: Enjoy a comprehensive relocation package with financial and logistical assistance, making your move to Jersey seamless.


• Career Growth: Benefit from robust career development opportunities within a progressive and supportive environment.


• Island Lifestyle: Experience the high quality of life, stunning landscapes, and vibrant community that make Jersey a unique and desirable place to live and work.

How to Apply
If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your CV or contact Tom Fitch directly at 07747 037168 for more information.

Please Note: UK-based experience is essential for this role.

Referral Program:
Know someone who might be interested? We offer generous high street vouchers for successful referrals of Nurses, Consultants, and Allied Health Professionals.