Talking Therapies Counsellor for Depression - Band 6/7


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£49,387 to £56,515 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Coventry, CV6 6NY
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	27 Oct 2026
Closing date:	13 Nov 2026

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Summary

The post will be suitable for qualified NHS Talking Therapies High Intensity CFD Practitioners. Accreditation with BACP or other recognised counselling body is essential. Completion of the Counselling for Depression Qualification would be desirable however we would fund and support the successful applicant to gain this. *Please note the role would be paid at band 6 until this is achieved. We would also really welcome applications for applicants with a DIT (Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy) qualification. Enthusiasm, confidence and the ability to work flexibly and without close direction are essential. In return, you will have the opportunity of being in the forefront of primary care mental health service delivery. In addition to the satisfaction of working in a progressive, dynamic service there will be excellent development opportunities. Please be aware that we do not support condensed hours for our Therapists and the post will operate over 4 days between the hours of 8am and 6pm. This is a hybrid role and would require up to 2 days of face to face sessions however this may change dependant on the needs of the service. Please note these are essential car user posts.

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