Family Therapist - NDCAMHS

Are you passionate about making a real difference to deaf children and young people and their families? We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Family Therapist to join our specialist National Deaf CAMHS (South West) service. This is a unique opportunity to work within a bicultural, bilingual multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality, psychologically informed care to deaf young people with complex mental health and neurodevelopmental needs. You'll be part of a collaborative, psychology-led service where language, identity and culture are central to care, working closely with colleagues across psychology, psychiatry, social work and education. This is a part-time role (22.5 hours per week), with flexibility available across working days to support work--life balance. Whether you are an experienced Band 8a Family Therapist or a Band 7 clinician looking to develop, we offer strong supervision, national links, and excellent opportunities for professional development, research and service innovation.,

• Deliver specialist systemic family therapy assessments, formulations and interventions for deaf children, young people and their families
• Manage a varied clinical caseload, acting as keyworker where appropriate
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to joint assessments and care planning
• Provide consultation, advice and training to professionals across health, education and social care
• Undertake risk assessments and contribute to safeguarding and care planning
• Support and contribute to service development, audit, research and innovation
• Provide clinical supervision and support to junior staff and trainees (dependent on experience)
• Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively, including through interpreters where required
• Maintain accurate clinical records and produce clear, high-quality reports
  
  At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.


• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.