Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT)

University of Greater Manchester

Are you interested in joining the number one University in Greater Manchester for student experience?

Here at the University of Bolton, we are proud of our growing reputation as a student focused University. With our strategy of “Teaching Intensive, Research Informed, Assessment Enabled learning” we are committed to offering our students the best experience possible. We are looking for a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist to join the Student Services & Experience Directorate to deliver CBT to students accessing the University Student Mental Health and Wellbeing Service, the Life Lounge.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Provide a qualified, evidence-based and high-quality CBT service to students
• Formulate and implement clinical plans for the formal CBT treatment of student’s issues based on an appropriate conceptual framework of the students’ issues employing methods based on evidence
• Communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner information concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plan for students and to monitor their progress
• Provide functional supervision and oversee the day-to-day management of trainee CBT therapists working in the Life Lounge on placement
• Share information as appropriate with regards to students accessing the service who present at risk (risk to self or others)
• Support the university in enhancing student mental health and wellbeing through projects
• Attending multi-disciplinary meetings to support managing risk
• Fulfil the role of Senior Designated Safeguarding Champion, for which full training will be provided.

We ask a lot from our staff but in return, you will receive a competitive benefits package including access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, an employee benefits scheme and generous annual leave entitlement. As a small University, you will have opportunities to work with colleagues across campus to support and deliver the best student experience possible. Applications are welcomed from those candidates interested in part-time hours/job-share.

The University of Bolton strives to achieve equality of opportunity