Job Description:
Mental Health Clinical Lead
(BACP Accredited Counsellor / Psychotherapist)
Location: Home-based (UK only) – Monthly travel to a Bupa site required
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours) – Flexible options available (e.g., 30 hours over 4 days)
Salary: £65,000 per annum (dependent on experience) + excellent benefits
Closing Date: Wednesday, 10th December 2025
Shape the Future of Mental Health Care at Bupa
We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Mental Health Clinical Lead to join our Adult Mental Health service. This is a pivotal leadership role where you’ll drive clinical excellence, influence service development within the counselling arm of the mental health service, and make a real impact on people’s lives.
What You’ll Do
Lead clinical performance and provide oversight for our Counsellors
Partner with the Clinical Head of Mental Health on governance, quality, and education
Drive quality improvement initiatives and best practice standards
Deliver clinical sessions one day per week
Support clinician development and career pathways
Act as a trusted clinical voice and deputy to the Clinical Head of Mental Health
What We’re Looking For
Accredited Counsellor / Psychotherapist with a Level 4+ recognised Counselling diploma (BACP accredited)
Significant post-qualification experience in mental health services
Proven leadership and relationship management skills
Experience in quality standards, audits, risk management, and handling incidents/complaints
Strong communication, influencing, and decision making abilities
Why Join Bupa?
At Bupa, we’re more than a health insurer and provider. We’re a purpose-driven organisation with no shareholders, meaning our focus is always on our customers and communities. You’ll work in an environment that celebrates diversity, encourages authenticity, and empowers you to make a real difference.
You’ll also enjoy:
25 days’ holiday (increasing with service) + option to buy/sell days
3 paid volunteering days per year
Enhanced pension and life insurance
Annual performance-based bonus
Bupa health insurance (benefit in kind)
Discounted dental insurance
Access to Digital GP services
Emotional and family mental health support
Financial wellbeing resources
Support for carers
Diversity and Inclusion
We celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive environment where you can be your authentic self. As a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Ready to make a difference?
Apply today and help us deliver exceptional mental health care across the UK.
Full job description available upon request.
For more information, alternative formats, or to discuss other opportunities, please contact: meagan.smith@bupa.com
Time Type:
Full timeJob Area:
Clinical ServicesLocations:
Home Based, c/o Angel Court, Home Based North c/o Bupa Place