Senior CBT Therapist

Senior CBT Therapist Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Priory Hospital North London Compensation: £53,560 / year Description Priory Hospital North London is looking to recruit a Senior CBT Therapist to join the team. This is a full‑time 37.5‑hour role. Located in London, in a peaceful and secluded part of Southgate, Priory Hospital North London is set within a striking Grade I listed building, overlooking beautiful parklands. What you’ll be doing You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients’ wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As Senior CBT Therapist, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients. Deliver high‑quality CBT interventions for clients with complex or severe mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and OCD. Supervise and support junior therapists and trainees, offering clinical guidance, feedback, and development support. Contribute to service development, including protocol design, quality improvement initiatives, and promoting evidence‑based practice across the team. Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualised treatment plans in collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams. Provide training and consultation to other healthcare professionals on CBT principles and techniques. You can find additional information in the attached job description. What you’ll bring to the role Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows. Candidates should hold a recognised qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and be accredited or eligible for accreditation with a professional body such as the BABCP. Extensive clinical experience working with a broad range of mental health disorders is essential, ideally within secondary care or specialised services. Strong leadership skills with experience supervising or mentoring junior clinicians are highly valued. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate excellent communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, and a commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence‑based practice. For more information about the role, you can email andreastroyd@priorygroup.com. What we will give you in return We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. Free on‑site parking Supplemented meals 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Birthday Holiday – Your birthday as an extra day of annual leave Enhanced maternity pay Contributory pension scheme Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes such as gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and a Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme) Access to development opportunities Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel Leadership & management development Long service award Refer a friend bonuses Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason. #J-18808-Ljbffr