384 Family Therapist jobs in the United Kingdom

Why Orri?

Orri is an ambitious, young, fast-growing company committed to changing the way we treat eating disorders in the UK. We are looking for a Family and Systemic Therapist.

At the heart of our approach is a commitment to working collaboratively; providing expert, evidence-based and innovative treatment with kindness and compassion at its core.

Role Overview:

The ideal candidate will engage in the delivery of an agreed package of care to young people, adults and their families, with complex problems across the developmental spectrum, and managing these within the context of multidisciplinary working.

This will involve drawing upon complex assessment material to provide verbal and written systemic formulations, that aid evidence based clinical interventions for young people, adults and families presenting with highly complex problems. This will involve integrating and interpreting a range of highly complex material, across different contexts and at different levels of meaning.

Main Duties:

• Contributing on the planning, evaluation and audit of practice, clinical pathways and protocols within the service area, leading on delegated projects.
• The postholder will be responsible for their own caseload and for the assessment and provision of client’s and their carers/family therapeutic needs for those clients who have been diagnosed with an eating disorder.
• They will create and deliver, participate in and sustain, highly developed therapeutic interventions with groups, young people, adults, families and professionals which will necessitate drawing from a broad spectrum of systemic models and highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group.
• The provision of highly specialist one-to-one clinical consultations to other clinical staff and thereby contribute directly to the formulation, diagnosis and intervention plans for families.
• The provision of highly specialist one-to-one clinical consultations and supervision to other clinical staff and trainees on the use of family therapy and systemic psychotherapy techniques, and where appropriate, for working jointly with other team members in the provision of individual and group based programmes.
• Participating in multidisciplinary meetings, child protection case discussions and reviews, etc. providing professional advice on individual care programme planning and other clinical matters as necessary.
• As part of multidisciplinary team, work to provide input into the complex casework for people experiencing severe psychological difficulties.
• To maintain the records of service in line with the policies of Orri.
• To exercise autonomous professional responsibility for the assessment and treatment of children, young people and their families.
• To provide systemic advice, consultation and training to staff working with the client groups across a range of agencies and settings, where appropriate.

Desired Skills and Expertise:

• Comply with the BACP or UKCP and AFT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct. Have completed an accredited family therapy and systemic psychotherapy training to MSC.
• Preferred - a minimum of 3 years post qualification with experience of delivering individual, family therapy and group therapies. Therapists with experience in relevant settings will be considered.
• Previous post registration experience of working with clients who have had an eating disorder.
• Maintains professional portfolio for CPD recording learning outcomes through participation in internal and external development opportunities.
• Review and reflect on own practice and performance through effective use of professional and operational supervision and appraisal.
• Highly developed communication and negotiation skills .
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Provide inclusive, culturally competent practice.
• Contribute to ensuring that Orri safeguarding policies and procedures are followed consistently.
• Raise any safeguarding issue following appropriate procedure to the Orri safeguarding lead.

Benefits:

• Monday to Friday work pattern.
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays and the service closure over Christmas (pro rata).
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption package.
• Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training.
• Online benefits and cashback rewards schemes.
• Contributory pension scheme with salary sacrifice options.
• Free Statutory and Mandatory Training.
• Free professional development and CPD certified training.
• Two annual corporate events plus additional social events throughout the year.
• Career development opportunities.
• Private health care after successfully completing your probation period.

Schedule: We are looking for someone that can commit to part-time hours.

Orri operates a smoke free policy on all premises and grounds.

Orri is an equal opportunities employer.

A fantastic new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Family Therapist - CAMHS to work in an exceptional mental health hospital based in the Chelmsford, Essex area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

The hospital has established an excellent reputation for providing high standards of treatment for a diverse range of mental health difficulties including addictions, depression, anxiety, and stress

As the Family Therapist your key duties include:

• Provide therapeutic support and interventions to children, adolescents, and their families to address mental health challenges
• Facilitate family therapy sessions to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen family relationships
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary CAMHS team to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Assess family dynamics and identify factors affecting the young person's mental health and wellbeing
• Offer guidance and support to families to promote coping strategies and resilience during inpatient treatment

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Strong foundation in psychological theories and therapeutic techniques specific to family systems
• Proven experience working with children, adolescents, and their families in clinical or community settings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential
• Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary teams, particularly in mental health environments, enhances holistic care delivery
• Strong problem-solving skills, emotional resilience, and ongoing professional development are important to adapt to the evolving needs of clients and maintain best practices in family therapy

The successful Family Therapist will receive an excellent salary of £32,000 - £42,400 per annum. This exciting position is permanent part time role working 30 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Free on-site parking
• Supplemented meals
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday Holiday - Birthday as an extra day annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops/tablets/smartphones) and private healthcare
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonus

Reference ID: 7057

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV

A amazing new job opportunity has arisen for a committed Senior Family Therapist to work in an exceptional mental health hospital based in the South West London area. You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers

This is one of the country's leading mental health treatment centres. They provide fast access to high quality treatment for lots of different conditions, including addictions, depression, anxiety, stress and eating disorders

As the Senior Family Therapist your key responsibilities include:

• Providing highly-skilled systemic interventions for the families of young people with severe, complex and persistent mental health problems, learning difficulties and/or developmental problems
• Providing in-depth risk-assessments of young people who are at risk to themselves and to be able to formulate both short-term and long-term crisis planning
• Providing evidence-based and formulation-driven systemic perspectives to multidisciplinary risk management, care planning and decision-making
• Managing a complex caseload as the family therapist working within a multidisciplinary team, as well as facilitating groups where appropriate, such as carer support groups
• Monitoring clinical progress through regular reviews of systemic treatment
• Engaging and working with young people with a range of mental health needs and developmental difficulties, drawing upon your wealth of theoretical and practical knowledge
• Supporting staff development through the provision of training, consultation, formulation meetings and reflective practice sessions
• Contributing to service developments within the Therapies Team and wider service

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• Post qualification experience of working with children and young people in a mental health service.
• Membership of a relevant professional organisation
• To be aware of current research findings and implement evidence-based practice in line with the CAMHS service lines and relevant NICE guidelines
• Currently working as part of mental health service or similar for children and young people
• Experience of carrying out supervision both individual and in a group setting
• Experience of making informed decisions sometimes in difficult circumstances

The successful Senior Family Therapist will receive an excellent salary of £41,200 - £53,560 per annum. This exciting position is a permanent part time role working 30 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• 25 days annual leave (increasing to 27 days after 5 years of service and 30 days after 10 years service)
• Birthday Leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Opportunities to develop and train in a wide variety of care settings
• Support and training from the beginning of your career
• Flexible working
• Supplemented meals
• Access to Employee Assistant programme and other wellness programmes
• Employee benefits scheme (e.g. discounted shopping vouchers, interest free Apple Products loan scheme)

Reference ID: 6913

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV

3 Month Contract with a local Authority

Job Purpose

Key Duties/Accountabilities

Essential Experience Required .

Essential Qualifications Required

Additional information to note

The role closes on 07/08/25

• You will be responsible for the delivery of psychological and/or systemic interventions with parents and carers within Walsall both on a 1-2-1 basis and within groups.
• You will work with adults with significant and complex needs, with specific focus on engaging with parents in relation to their mental health and well-being whilst engaging with the wider social care system involved with the family.
• You will be responsible for clinical provision including assessment, formulation, and time-limited evidence-based interventions within the Family safeguarding mental health team.
• You will be required to identify the most appropriate form of mental health/psychological intervention for individuals to develop bespoke interventions to parents based on parental mental health need, informed by professional knowledge and practice skills relating to therapeutic intervention models (such as trauma informed CBT, DBT, EMDR, functional therapy, systemic family therapy)
• To have a clear understanding of the impact of parental mental health upon children and young people. Requiring the post holder to understand the associated risk and impact in relation to children and young people.
• To provide specialist psychological advice, guidance, and consultation regarding evidence-based therapy to other professionals contributing directly to the formulation, and support for parents engaged within the family safeguarding model.
• Recognise and be able to identify parental needs and the impact on children and young people in line with the Children Act 1989.
• You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team and will work directly with parents and carers, providing help and support to create lasting change. In your role you will demonstrate your ability to support and provide a level of containment to some of the most complex of clients and may assist in opening pathways to secondary care where required

• Relevant experience and qualification in delivering therapeutic interventions across a range of specialism to include but not exclusively trauma informed CBT, DBT, EMDR, functional family therapy, systemic family therapy
• Experience delivering evidence-based interventions and able to demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge of mental health practice from previous experience
• Professional accreditation with BABCP or AFT or UKCP or BPS or HCPC
• Knowledge of governmental directives and current policies in relation to families and safeguarding
• Knowledge of safeguarding issues for children and adults and experience of the context of children’s safeguarding
• Demonstrate knowledge of mental health/psychological intervention for individuals to develop bespoke short-term interventions to parents based on parental mental health need, informed by professional knowledge and practice skills relating to therapeutic intervention models
• Experience of providing specialist psychological advice, guidance, and consultation regarding evidence-based therapy, to other professionals contributing directly to the formulation, diagnosis, and treatment plan
• Have experience of clinical provision including assessment, formulation, and time-limited evidence-based interventions within the Family safeguarding mental health team
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• 24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area
• 4Recruitment Services Employee Benefits Programme
• Our own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment

Due to growth, we are seeking a skilled and experienced Mental Health Solicitor to join our client's longstanding and successful law firm. Our client specialises in ensuring mental health patients and their families and carers are given the care and treatment they deserve.

You would be joining a friendly and supportive team as a panel member in the mental health department. As a panel member, you will be responsible for managing a caseload of mental health files, representing clients in Tribunal and Hospital Manager's hearings, and attending CPA and s117 meetings.

We seek someone who has a keen commitment to representation of vulnerable individuals, has excellent communications skills, is adaptable and has an enthusiasm to help grow and develop a thriving and fast paced department. Experience of managing your own case load is required.

We have a strong team working ethos and you will receive support from a confident and knowledgeable administration team including secretarial, paralegal and billing support.

Your role:

• Managing a caseload of mental health files, ensuring timely and effective representation of clients
• Represent clients in Tribunal and Hospital Manager's hearings, advocating for their rights and interests
• Attend CPA and s117 meetings, working collaboratively with other professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for clients
• Meet fee-earning targets and maintain Continuing Professional Development (CPD) compliance

The person:

• Panel Accredited is essential, so the candidate must hold a current Practicing Certificate and be a member of the Law Society Mental Health Accreditation scheme
• Driving licence is also essential
• Knowledge and experience of legal aid regulations
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, colleagues, and other professionals
• Able to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality client service
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage a caseload effectively
• Able to generate business for the department
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in the field of mental health

Benefits

• Annual bonuses
• Parking
• Career opportunities

Salary negotiable and will be based on experience and PQE.

Please apply or call Sharon Tanner on (phone number removed) if you would like further information

Mental Health / Learning Disability Nurse

Tyne and Wear & Surrounding Areas | Flexible Shifts | PMVA Training Essential
Join Muve Homecare – Supporting Lives with Compassion and Purpose

At Muve Homecare, we go beyond care — we build trust, promote dignity, and foster genuine human connection. Our nurse-led, person-centred approach helps individuals with mental health conditions and learning disabilities live more independently and with greater stability in their own homes.

We’re now seeking Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMNs) and Registered Learning Disability Nurses (RNLDs) in Tyne and Wear and surrounding areas who are passionate about making a meaningful difference. If you're clinically experienced, compassionate, and committed to trauma-informed care, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

As a Nurse with Muve Homecare, you’ll play a vital clinical role in supporting clients with a wide range of needs, including autism, schizophrenia, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, and behaviours that challenge. Your responsibilities will include:

• p>Leading and overseeing care plans and risk assessments tailored to each client

• Administering medication and monitoring mental health and physical wellbeing

• Supporting emotional regulation using trauma-informed and evidence-based practices

• Implementing PMVA techniques where required to manage risk and maintain safety

• Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, families, and other agencies

• Advocating for clients' rights and choices, and ensuring safeguarding protocols are followed

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for qualified nurses who are passionate about delivering high-quality care in community settings. You should have:

• Experience in mental health or learning disability nursing (community, supported living, or forensic/secure units)

• A calm, confident approach to managing challenging situations

• A commitment to trauma-informed, person-centred care

• Experience working as part of multi-agency teams

• Strong clinical judgement and decision-making skills

What You’ll Need

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Registered Nurse qualification (RMN or RNLD) and valid NMC pin

• PMVA training (or equivalent) – essential

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• Minimum 1 year’s post-registration experience

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• Right to work in the UK

• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred but not essential

• Compassion, resilience, and a proactive mindset

What We Offer

At Muve Homecare, we’re proud to support the people who support others. You’ll benefit from:

• Competitive hourly rates based on experience

• Clinical supervision and ongoing CPD opportunities

• Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle

• A supportive, inclusive and nurse-led team culture

• Access to mental health and wellbeing support

• The chance to truly make a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals

Ready to join a team where your skills and compassion make an impact every day?
Apply now to be part of Muve Homecare’s growing team of dedicated professionals.

• Meet the LAA supervisor requirements for the Mental Health legal aid contract.
• Handle a range of mental health casework, including tribunal representation.
• Address issues arising from s.117 aftercare.
• Work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Develop and implement compliant processes, procedures, and precedents.
• Self-supervise effectively.

• Experience across a range of mental health casework, including tribunal representation.
• Knowledge of s.117 aftercare.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in creating and implementing team-wide processes.
• Ability to self-supervise.

• Knowledge and experience in mental capacity and Court of Protection proceedings, including managing your own caseload.
• Experience supervising other team members.
• Relevant professional contacts and the ability to attract your own cases.
• Ability to write and deliver training on mental health and mental capacity law issues.