MBT Therapist in London SW17 0YF inLondon SW17 0YF PUBLISHED FRI 3 OCT 2025 Jump to job information section

Bring skilled therapeutic practice to adults with Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder as an MBT Therapist with the Sutton & Merton Complex Needs Service at South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust, based at Springfield University Hospital (SW17 0YF). You’ll deliver evidence‑based MBT/DBT-informed care within a friendly multidisciplinary team, carrying out specialist assessments, complex formulations, individual and group therapy, risk assessment and crisis intervention, and where appropriate acting as care coordinator under the CPA. This permanent, full‑time post is Band 7 (£56,276–£63,176 pa inclusive of Inner London HCAS); earmarked funding is available for MBT training and applicants who are core mental health professionals without assessed psychotherapeutic experience may be appointed at Band 6 while completing MBT training and supervised practice. Candidates must hold UK professional registration (e.g. NMC, HCPC, UKCP) or be a Clinical Associate in Psychology with CAP training; formal postgraduate psychotherapeutic or MBT training with supervised experience is required (or be working towards this via the Band 6 route). The post is subject to a DBS check; skilled worker sponsorship applicants will be considered.

Work for an organisation rated ‘good’ by the CQC that is investing in people and places — new, purpose‑built mental health facilities at Springfield, a £120m estate upgrade, and a clear commitment to flexible working, career development, supervision and an inclusive, anti‑racist culture. If you’re a compassionate carer or a woman seeking meaningful, professionally supported clinical work with training and progression, this role offers hands‑on therapeutic practice, peer support and opportunities to shape service delivery with local communities. To apply simply click the 'Apply Now' button — full details of the vacancy are listed on jobsincare.com.