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CYP-PT Recruit to Train Trainee (ASC/LD)NHS

Hertfordshire, AL10 8YE Fixed-Term £38,682 to £46,580
Posted 21 September 2026 Closing date 4 October 2026
Hatfield (Herts) Rail Station (0.2 miles, direct) High Barnet Underground Station (8.1 miles, direct) Parkhouse Bus Station (1 mile, direct)

Job summary

Whilst we welcome all applications from all suitable candidates, unfortunately, we will not be offering sponsorship for this role.

Our service has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a CYP-PT for (formally Recruit to Train Trainee), part of the NHS England (NHSE) funded Children and Young People (CYP) Psychological Training Programmes in partnership with Anna Freud/University College London.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your learning from weekly teaching into practical clinical interventions working with clients in the service making a direct impact in the lives of children, young people and their families.

Please note: The position will be based within the Hertfordshire MHST (part of HPFT)but successful candidates will be expected to travel to Anna Freud in Central London (Rodney St, N1 9JH) for teaching during the training year.

PRIVACY NOTICE: As you also apply for a training course that is delivered by Anna Freud and UCL, your data may be shared with them for the purpose of processing your application (shortlisting) and enrolling you onto this Programme.

  • Please read the application guidance and course brochure attached/linked below for full information and instructions on how to apply and what to include in your application. https://evision.ucl.ac.uk/urd/sits.urd/run/siw_ipp_lgn.login_enc?0qhYzuG1h9udTFM8i9sPhtGiUgIR6D6iP0QBDHq24aUE7Anl4FtDGBDmc3LlBtzaLnpmgGfEEG0=

Main duties of the job

he post-holder will undertake training to deliver evidence-based interventions for children, young people and families in line with the CYP Psychological Trainings (CYP-PT) programme. This role combines employment within Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) Mental Health Support Teams with postgraduate training at University College London (UCL), enabling the development of specialist skills in supporting autistic children and young people and/or those with learning disabilities.The successful candidate will manage a supervised training caseload while completing the academic and clinical requirements of the programme. Responsibilities include assessing referrals, formulating and delivering therapeutic interventions, evaluating outcomes, maintaining accurate clinical records, collecting outcome data and participating in multidisciplinary meetings. The post-holder will adapt communication and therapeutic approaches to meet individual needs and work collaboratively with families, schools, social care and other professionals to achieve positive outcomes.

This is a dual application process. Applicants must apply for both this post and the UCL training programme. The UCL Course Team will assess academic eligibility and liaise with the recruiting service during the recruitment process. A training place will only be offered to applicants who secure the post and meet university entry requirements.

Job description

The post-holder will undertake training to deliver evidence-based interventions for children, young people and families within the CYP Psychological Trainings programme. They will adapt therapeutic approaches to meet the needs of autistic children and young people and/or those with learning disabilities, working closely with families, education and social care professionals where appropriate.

Responsibilities include managing a supervised training caseload, assessing referrals, delivering and evaluating interventions, attending multi-disciplinary meetings, maintaining clinical records, collecting outcome data, and supporting care pathways. Travel may be required to university teaching, service bases and community settings.

This is a dual application process. Applicants must apply for both this post and the UCL training programme. A UCL place will only be offered to candidates who secure the post and meet university requirements.

Please see the Job Description, Person Specification and application guidance for full details. Applicants should also note the NHSE two-year rule regarding progression to further NHSE-funded training programmes.

About us

Join Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT), an Outstanding-rated organisation and one of the UK's leading providers of mental health and specialist learning disability services. As part of our Mental Health Support Teams, you will work within a supportive, skilled and collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to improving outcomes for children, young people and families.

We pride ourselves on our values of being Welcoming, Kind, Positive, Respectful and Professional, creating a culture where staff feel valued, supported and encouraged to develop. As a University NHS Foundation Trust, we offer excellent training and career development opportunities, high-quality supervision, flexible working options, staff wellbeing initiatives, generous annual leave, NHS pension benefits and access to a wide range of learning and research opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity to gain specialist training while building a rewarding career within an innovative and forward-thinking organisation.

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