Clinical Lead Family and Systemic Psychotherapist

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Therapist to join the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Systemic Family Therapy Service.

The Systemic Family Therapy Service are looking to recruit a highly skilled individual to join their team and work collaboratively with them to develop and deliver services that address the complex psychological and psychosocial needs of the clients and their families/carers enabling the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery and development of Systemic Family Therapy in Aneurin Bevan University Health Board.

We welcome enquires from Systemic Family Therapists nearing completion of their training.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for providing a qualified specialist systemic family therapy service to clients, and their families.

Consultation work advising staff of other disciplines on the systemic aspects of casework and patient management plans.

To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models and many complex factors that have shaped the individual, family or group.

Co lead on the development of Family Therapy

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Details

Date posted

01 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£58,379 to £65,723 a year

per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

040-PST058-1026

Job locations

Park Square CMHT Base

12 Park Square

Newport

NP20 4EL

United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Post graduate MSc in Systemic family therapy, in line with requirements of AFT.

Desirable

• Clinical supervisor qualification /training/ accreditation or relevant experience.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of providing specialist Systemic family therapy assessment and treatment for clients across the full range of care settings,

Desirable

• Ability to reflect on and critically appraise own performance and develop new methods of working.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Post graduate MSc in Systemic family therapy, in line with requirements of AFT.

Desirable

• Clinical supervisor qualification /training/ accreditation or relevant experience.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of providing specialist Systemic family therapy assessment and treatment for clients across the full range of care settings,

Desirable

• Ability to reflect on and critically appraise own performance and develop new methods of working.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website .

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website .

Employer details

Employer name

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Address

Park Square CMHT Base

12 Park Square

Newport

NP20 4EL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Address

Park Square CMHT Base

12 Park Square

Newport

NP20 4EL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job responsibilities

Knowledge

Essential

• Post graduate MSc in Systemic family therapy, in line with requirements of AFT.

Desirable

• Clinical supervisor qualification /training/ accreditation or relevant experience.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of providing specialist Systemic family therapy assessment and treatment for clients across the full range of care settings,

Desirable

• Ability to reflect on and critically appraise own performance and develop new methods of working.