Family & Systemic Psychotherapist
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Abergele, LL22 8DP
Salary
£50,129 to £65,723
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
3 September 2026
3 days left
Job description
Join Us in Transforming Lives: Family & Systemic Psychotherapist (Band 7-8a Development Post) Location: North Wales Adolescent Service (NWAS)Contract:...
About the Development Pathway
At Band 7, you will
Deliver systemic interventions under supervision
Build experience within inpatient and intensive community settings
Work towards defined competencies required for progression
Progression to Band 8a will be supported through:
Demonstration of advanced clinical skills and autonomy
Leadership and supervisory capability
Contribution to service development and systemic practice across CAMHS
Who We're Looking For
We welcome applications from individuals at different stages of their development:
For Band 7 entry
Qualified (or nearing qualification) in Family & Systemic Psychotherapy
Experience working with children, young people, or families
Commitment to developing specialist skills within a Tier 4 setting
For Band 8a entry (or progression)
Qualified Family & Systemic Psychotherapist with relevant registration
Experience working with complex presentations in intensive settings
Ability to provide supervision, consultation, and leadership
We are looking for someone who is
Flexible, resilient, and reflective
Comfortable working in emotionally demanding environments
Passionate about multi-agency and systemic working
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant degree
- A recognised post graduate Family Therapy or equivalent qualification at level of Masters or higher academic award
- UKCP registration as a family/systemic Psychotherapist
- Highly developed knowledge of systemic theory and practice.
- Knowledge of research design and methodology as practised within the field of family therapy
- Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to this client group i.e. children
- Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the UKCP/AFT
Desirable
- Additional relevant academic and/or accredited therapeutic qualification
- A professional qualification in a relevant regulated profession eligible under the Mental Health Measure (Wales) 2010 e.g. Nursing, Social Work
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a registered family/systemic psychotherapist
- Experience of implementing evidence based family interventions
- Experience in relevant regulated profession e.g. nursing, social work or clinical psychology
- Experience of taking full clinical responsibility for clients' care, with experience of co-ordinating care within the context of multi-disciplinary care-planning
Desirable
- Experience of working directly with children and young people
- Direct experience of Care Coordination under the Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010
- Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Highly developed skills in systemic practice
- Ability to develop, manage and co ordinate family therapy / systemic interviewing
- Ability to develop, manage and co ordinate training packages (staff and clients)
- Ability to develop, manage co ordinate and provide consultation to other professionals
- Ability to work within an evidence based framework
- Ability to contain and work with organisational stress and ability to "hold" the stress of others
- Ability to work with distressing clinical material and help others manage this
- Ability to work in contexts of high complexity and ongoing change
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh.
Values
Essential
- Flexible approach to work and the needs of a multidisciplinary service
Desirable
- Aware of and able to demonstrate the Values and Behaviour statements of the Health Board
Other
Essential
- Ability to carry out the full range of duties of the post
- Ability to travel between designated sites within the area of work in a timely manner
- Ability to work to professional standards and guidelines
- Capable of being guided by the principles of policies and regulations
Desirable
- Able to work hours flexibly
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
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First seen
20 August 2026
Last checked
21 August 2026
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