Highly Specialist Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist
Harmonia Careers
Date: 5 hours ago
City: Bloxwich
Contract type: Full time
Job Summary
Walsall CAMHS - 22.5 hours a week (8b Post).
Please note that this is a post based in Walsall CAMHS, however you can be expected to cover and support in other areas of the Black Country.
Exciting opportunities are happening within Walsall CAMHS. As a clinical team we have been involved in a redesign and restructure of our services to ensure that we are providing the best evidence based practice and care in the most suitable way we can.
Main duties of the job
We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 8b Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist to join uswithin Walsall CAMHS. We are looking for an ACP registered, qualified Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist to deliver psychoanalytic psychotherapy treatment. They will support fellow psychotherapy colleagues within Walsall CAMHS and as required across the Black Country.
About Us
CAMHS is a multi-disciplinary team of psychologists, specialist nurses, family therapists, play therapist, occupational therapists, social workers and psychiatrists, who are passionate in their aim to work with children, young people and their families in developing creative solutions to improve their mental health difficulties. BCHFT CAMHS currently operates across four geographical areas (Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton) with contracts in each area. Each of the teams have a specialist learning disability team, dedicated to children and young people with a moderate to severe learning disability and specialist Children and Young People in Care Teams.
We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual with a keenness and ability to integrate their current skills and apply them in this context. Important qualities are good communication skills, working co-operatively and thinking creatively. They must have the skills to lead, reflect and manage some complex situations.
Details
Date posted
29 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£64,455 to £74,896 a year pa
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
285-6685-CYPF
Job locations
Canalside
Abbott Street
Walsall
WS3 3AZ
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will be joining a supportive and forward-thinking team who pride themselves on their commitment to the continual development and improvement of patient care. Clinical supervision and continuing professional development are highly valued. Additionally, there are opportunities to join peer supervision and other groups. The post will have active links with, and support from, both the wider Black Country Healthcare CAMHS and professionals within the Trust.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will be joining a supportive and forward-thinking team who pride themselves on their commitment to the continual development and improvement of patient care. Clinical supervision and continuing professional development are highly valued. Additionally, there are opportunities to join peer supervision and other groups. The post will have active links with, and support from, both the wider Black Country Healthcare CAMHS and professionals within the Trust.
Person Specification
Essentail and desirable
Essential
Essentail and desirable
Essential
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Canalside
Abbott Street
Walsall
WS3 3AZ
Employer's website
https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Canalside
Abbott Street
Walsall
WS3 3AZ
Employer's website
https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Walsall CAMHS - 22.5 hours a week (8b Post).
Please note that this is a post based in Walsall CAMHS, however you can be expected to cover and support in other areas of the Black Country.
Exciting opportunities are happening within Walsall CAMHS. As a clinical team we have been involved in a redesign and restructure of our services to ensure that we are providing the best evidence based practice and care in the most suitable way we can.
Main duties of the job
We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 8b Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist to join uswithin Walsall CAMHS. We are looking for an ACP registered, qualified Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist to deliver psychoanalytic psychotherapy treatment. They will support fellow psychotherapy colleagues within Walsall CAMHS and as required across the Black Country.
About Us
CAMHS is a multi-disciplinary team of psychologists, specialist nurses, family therapists, play therapist, occupational therapists, social workers and psychiatrists, who are passionate in their aim to work with children, young people and their families in developing creative solutions to improve their mental health difficulties. BCHFT CAMHS currently operates across four geographical areas (Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton) with contracts in each area. Each of the teams have a specialist learning disability team, dedicated to children and young people with a moderate to severe learning disability and specialist Children and Young People in Care Teams.
We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual with a keenness and ability to integrate their current skills and apply them in this context. Important qualities are good communication skills, working co-operatively and thinking creatively. They must have the skills to lead, reflect and manage some complex situations.
Details
Date posted
29 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£64,455 to £74,896 a year pa
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
285-6685-CYPF
Job locations
Canalside
Abbott Street
Walsall
WS3 3AZ
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will be joining a supportive and forward-thinking team who pride themselves on their commitment to the continual development and improvement of patient care. Clinical supervision and continuing professional development are highly valued. Additionally, there are opportunities to join peer supervision and other groups. The post will have active links with, and support from, both the wider Black Country Healthcare CAMHS and professionals within the Trust.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The post-holder will be joining a supportive and forward-thinking team who pride themselves on their commitment to the continual development and improvement of patient care. Clinical supervision and continuing professional development are highly valued. Additionally, there are opportunities to join peer supervision and other groups. The post will have active links with, and support from, both the wider Black Country Healthcare CAMHS and professionals within the Trust.
Person Specification
Essentail and desirable
Essential
- oThe post holder must hold a doctoral level equivalent in clinical Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy at a training school accredited by the Association of Child Psychotherapists (ACP)
- oFull Membership of the Association of Child Psychotherapists (ACP) and evidence of continuous professional development as required by the ACP.
- oEvidence of completing relevant post qualifying supervised clinical experience.
- oFurther qualification in specialised area of psychotherapy or related field.
- oExperience of teaching/providing training.
Essentail and desirable
Essential
- oThe post holder must hold a doctoral level equivalent in clinical Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy at a training school accredited by the Association of Child Psychotherapists (ACP)
- oFull Membership of the Association of Child Psychotherapists (ACP) and evidence of continuous professional development as required by the ACP.
- oEvidence of completing relevant post qualifying supervised clinical experience.
- oFurther qualification in specialised area of psychotherapy or related field.
- oExperience of teaching/providing training.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Canalside
Abbott Street
Walsall
WS3 3AZ
Employer's website
https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Canalside
Abbott Street
Walsall
WS3 3AZ
Employer's website
https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
How to apply
To apply for this job you need to authorize on our website. If you don't have an account yet, please register.
Post a resumeSimilar jobs
Chef
HC-One,
Bloxwich
3 weeks ago
About The RoleAt HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a dedicated Chef who can bring their skills and passion for food into our care home kitchen. You’ll play a vital role in preparing and serving wholesome, homemade meals that not only meet nutritional needs but also bring comfort and enjoyment to our...
