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Mental Health Clinical Lead –Mindplace clinics Location: Home and site based – travel to Bupa sites will be required Contract: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours) – Flexible options available Salary: Competitive salary (depending on experience) + excellent benefits Closing Date: Thursday, 7th May 2026 This advert may close ahead of the stated deadline should we receive an exceptionally high number of applications. About the Role Helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world sits at the heart of everything we do at Bupa. As a purpose‑driven organisation without shareholders, we reinvest our profits directly into providing better, more accessible healthcare for the benefit of our customers, now and in the future. Bupa’s refreshed strategy reflects a clear ambition to take greater ownership of the end‑to‑end healthcare experience for our customers, while accelerating the delivery of care through digital innovation and advances in clinical practice. The clinical community plays a critical role in delivering this strategy. Bupa’s Mindplace service is a newly established and fast‑growing mental health offering, providing high‑quality, face‑to‑face mental healthcare in purpose‑designed locations across the UK. Mindplace responds directly to the increasing demand for accessible, safe and effective mental health services. The Mental Health Clinical Lead is a pivotal role within this growth journey. The post holder will have responsibility for the clinical development, delivery and oversight of mental health services and products across Bupa’s Mindplace centres nationwide. Working closely with clinical, operational and senior leadership colleagues, the Mental Health Clinical Lead will help shape the future direction of the service. They will ensure the highest standards of clinical practice and customer experience, stay abreast of evolving national guidance and best practice, and play a key role in supporting the safe, sustainable and high‑quality growth of Bupa’s face‑to‑face mental health services. Key Responsibilities Clinical Leadership & Strategy • Provide senior clinical leadership across Bupa Health Clinics’ Mental Health services, working closely with the Clinical Head of Mental Health and Medical Director., • Deliver high standards of clinical governance, quality improvement, education and service development., • Deputise for the Clinical Head of Mental Health when required., • Act as a trusted clinical voice, leading by example and fostering a positive culture aligned to Bupa values., • Translate strategic objectives into operational delivery for frontline clinical teams. Governance, Quality & Safety • Lead and contribute to clinical assurance, audit programmes, risk management and regulatory compliance., • Ensure robust clinical policies, procedures and performance monitoring are in place and consistently applied., • Oversee incident management, complaints investigation, safeguarding, and Datix usage, promoting a culture of learning and continuous improvement., • Chair and contribute to Mental Health clinical governance meetings as appropriate. People Leadership & Workforce Development • Provide clinical leadership and support to Mental Health clinicians, practitioners and the Lead Therapist team (dotted‑line management)., • Deliver clinical supervision, one‑to‑one leadership support, and pastoral guidance., • Develop sustainable CPD, education and career development pathways., • Support recruitment, workforce planning, engagement initiatives and Pulse survey action planning. Clinical Delivery • Undertake regular clinical sessions in line with business needs., • Support consistent, high‑quality service delivery across Bupa clinics and partner sites., • Ensure adequate senior clinical cover and processes for urgent clinical enquiries. Customer Experience • Oversee management of serious complaints and monitor customer feedback and experience trends., • Drive service improvements through data analysis, deep‑dives and targeted action plans., • Embed a culture of Connected Care and high customer service standards. Business & Commercial Support • Provide clinical input to product development, tenders, sales, marketing, media and communications activity., • Support development of clinical content such as webinars, talks and written materials., • Work collaboratively with internal teams to support business growth and innovation. Communication & Information Governance • Ensure effective, transparent communication between clinical teams and senior leadership., • Champion the use of technology and new communication approaches., • Maintain high standards of information governance, confidentiality and data protection. Working Environment • Chartered Clinical or Counselling Psychologist (Doctorate level, BPS‑accredited, HCPC registered), • Accredited CBT Psychotherapist (PG Diploma, BABCP‑accredited), • Accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist (Level 4+ diploma, BACP‑accredited) Applicants must have substantial leadership experience in mental health services. Key Skills & Experience • Proven clinical leadership and relationship management experience, • Strong background in clinical governance, including quality standards, audit, risk management, incidents and complaints handling, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, motivate and negotiate effectively, • Credible and persuasive clinical authority with strong decision‑making capability, • Highly developed analytical, planning, prioritisation and organisational skills, • Confident team leader who works collaboratively and performs well in fast‑paced environments, • Agile and adaptable, with resilience during periods of growth and strategic change, • Commercially and operationally aware, able to balance clinical excellence with business needs, • Solution‑focused, proactive and driven, with strong personal and professional integrity, • IT proficient, with the ability to use data and digital tools to improve quality and performance, • Sound understanding of national clinical and regulatory guidance, with the ability to research and apply evidence‑based practice to improve outcomes What It’s Like to Work at Bupa We’re a purpose‑driven organisation with no shareholders. Meaning everything we do focuses on delivering better care for our customers and communities. Join a supportive, inclusive environment where you’ll help people live longer, healthier, happier lives. Benefits • 25 days’ holiday (increasing with service) + option to buy/sell, • 3 paid volunteering days, • Enhanced pension & life insurance, • Annual performance‑based bonus, • Bupa health insurance, • Discounted dental cover, • Digital GP access, • Emotional and family wellbeing 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. Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This means we aim to offer an interview/assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role. We’ll make sure you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them. Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help us deliver exceptional mental health care across the UK.

NMC and HCPC professionals eligible to apply. What is on offer as a WCA Functional Assessor? • Excellent starting salary at £39,500pa to £43,692pa - location dependant, • Opportunities available UK-wide, • Monday to Friday working hours, • Full time and part time available (3, 4 or 5 days per week available), • Hybrid working opportunities meaning a nice blend of office and home-based working, • 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + the ability to buy or sell 5 more days + pension, • Hybrid/home working available, • NMC or HCPC fees paid for and CPD revalidation support provided What does the WCA Functional Assessor role involve? The Functional Assessor role will involve you carrying out 5 client assessments per day on behalf of clients seeking WCA (Work Capability Assessment). A typical day will see you carry out telephone, video or face-to-face assessments to understand how a person's disability or health condition affects their ability to perform work-related activity. You’ll listen to their experiences, ask questions and use your insights to produce a factual report to help the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) determine their eligibility for benefits. That's the good news; the DWP make the final decision, you don't. Your role is to gather information and produce the report. What we look for; • An NMC registered nurse (RGN or RMN) or HCPC qualified Occupational Therapist with 1 year’s or more broad post-registration experience, • Someone who’s proactive and keen to learn, • Excellent oral and written communication skills, • Competent IT and computer skills, • Comfortable working with a diverse range of conditions, including mental health Please click “apply” if you are open to hearing more about an opportunity near you! Disability Assessor 1 Functional Assessor 1

NMC and HCPC professionals eligible to apply. What is on offer as a Disability Assessor? • Excellent starting salary at £39,500pa to £43,692pa - location dependant, • Opportunities available UK-wide, • Monday to Friday working hours, • Full time and part time available (3, 4 or 5 days per week available), • Hybrid working opportunities meaning a nice blend of office and home-based working, • 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + the ability to buy or sell 5 more days + pension, • Hybrid/home working available, • NMC or HCPC fees paid for and CPD revalidation support provided What does the Disability Assessor role involve? The Disability Assessor role will involve you carrying out 3 to 4 client assessments per day. A typical day will see you carry out telephone, video or face-to-face assessments to understand how a person's disability or health condition affects their daily life. You’ll listen to their experiences, ask questions and use your insights to produce a factual report to help the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) determine their eligibility for benefits. That's the good news; the DWP make the final decision, you don't. Your role is to gather information and produce the report. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a well-established, people focussed organisation. You'll receive outstanding training and support to ensure you are the best you can be in your new Disability Assessor role! What we look for; • An NMC registered nurse (RGN, RMN or RNLD) or HCPC qualified Physiotherapist, Paramedic or Occupational Therapist with 1 year’s or more broad post-registration experience, • Someone who’s proactive and keen to learn, • Excellent oral and written communication skills, • Competent IT and computer skills, • Comfortable working with a diverse range of conditions, including mental health Please click “apply” if you are open to hearing more about an opportunity near you! Disability Assessor 1

£37,602 - £45,426 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based at Bowersgate School. Opening in September 2026, Bowersgate School is a purpose built, brand new, state of the art school. The school will cater for up to 72 pupils aged 6 - 16 with a wide range of needs including autism and social, emotional and mental health needs. This new exciting opportunity serves Wythenshawe and the wider communities, you are at the heart of its development. Our aim is to ensure that every pupil has an outstanding educational experience with individual pupil progress and care at the heart of what is offered. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and childrens homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise andbreadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Occupational Therapists work collaboratively within our schools and childrens homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. What we do for you We know youre going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, youll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people plus youll get: * Training: A full induction and on the job training * Holiday: Youll work hard at WG, so youll be rewarded with full school holidays including bank holidays * Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development * Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance check out our benefitshere * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities check out our schoolshere * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person were looking for will: * Be a qualified Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC * Have experience and be skilled in delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs * Need experience of supporting teams around a child or young person to ensure they are being provided with clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences * Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer. * Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative * Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future.Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered thesupport, resource and platform for you to do great things. Youll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Interested in joining us? At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. Were committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, well be there every step of the way. If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below. By building a diverse and inclusive team, were better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click here. To view our ex-offenders policy please click here. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. xrnqpay You can find all our Schools here. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

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