Clinical/Counselling Psychologist - Children and Young Person

Bupa; Salford; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health services provider seeks a part-time Clinical/Counselling Psychologist for remote work, aiming to support children and adolescents through evidence-based therapy. The ideal candidate holds a Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology with at least one year of experience and strong communication skills. Competitive benefits and a commitment to employee well-being are offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday (pro rata)

Bupa health insurance

Interest-free annual travel Loan

Wagestream

Competitive Pension plans

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of post-qualification experience with children/adolescents.
• Experience in corporate or private healthcare settings desirable.
• Leadership or service development experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality therapy to young people via video or phone.
• Carry out assessments and create tailored care plans.
• Identify and manage risk and safeguarding concerns.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Proficiency in Microsoft systems

Education

Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology

HCPC registration as a Chartered Psychologist

Tools

Electronic medical records

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Clinical/Counselling Psychologist - Children and Young Person

Apply remote type Work from Home locations Salford Quays time type Part time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R1189842

Job Description:

Clinical/Counselling Psychologist - Children and Young Person (CYP)

Fully remote - UK only

Permanent. Full or part time (minimum of 3 days per week -24 hours)

From £60,000* per annum plus excellent Bupa benefits

*Based on full-time, if part-time this will be pro-rata

Operational Hours:

CYP service: 0 9:30 to 20:00, with a strong preference for after school appointments as these are in high demand meaning 50% of shifts must be a late of 11:30-20:00

This role will be primarily for our young persons pathway, but will also include adult clients too.

We make health happen

At Bupa, we’re here to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives – and make a better world. That’s our purpose, and it drives everything we do. As a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist in our Young People Talking Therapy Team, you’ll play a vital role in supporting children and adolescents aged 11–17 through compassionate, evidence-based care.

You’ll be part of a team that’s redefining how mental health support is delivered – virtually, flexibly, and with the highest clinical standards. With no shareholders, our focus is always on our customers and our people. We’re proud to offer a role where you can make a real difference, backed by a supportive, expert-led environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, safe, and effective therapy to young people via video or phone

• Carry out comprehensive assessments and create tailored care plans

• Work collaboratively with families, schools, and other professionals to support each child’s wellbeing

• Manage your own caseload and work within sessional limits based on insurance coverage

• Identify and manage risk, safeguarding concerns, and onward referrals when needed

• Provide one-off assessments, wellbeing coaching, and psychoeducation sessions

• Contribute to service development and continuous improvement

• Attend regular supervision and team meetings to support your practice

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology (BPS accredited)

• HCPC registration as a Chartered Psychologist

• At least 1 year of post-qualification experience with children/adolescents

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and manage a remote caseload

• Proficiency in Microsoft systems and electronic medical records

Desirable:

• Additional training or accreditation in a specialist area

• Experience in corporate or private healthcare settings

• Leadership or service development experience

We’re looking for someone who’s empathetic, organised, and passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives. If you’re a team player with energy, drive, and a flexible approach, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits:

Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health – from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits.

Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more:

• 25 days holiday (pro rata if part-time), increasing through length of service, with option to buy or sell

• Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind

• Long Service - For every milestone at Bupa we will reward you with ecards, extra holidays and money!

• Interest- free annual travel Loan to enable the purchase of public transport annual season tickets

• Wagestream - Have early access up to 40% of your earned wages within minutes

• Competitive Pension plans and Parental leave options as well as access to unique products such as our Menopause plan

• My Bupa Extras - discounts at your favourite retailers, plus a huge range of tools, content and information to support you with your wellbeing

Why Bupa?

We’re a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do.

We encourage all of our people to “Be you at Bupa”, we champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. That’s why we especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. This means we aim tooffer 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.

Time Type:

Part time

Job Area:

Clinical Services

Locations:

Home Based North c/o Bupa Place

About Us

Be at the heart of helping people live longer healthier, happier lives and making a better world . We employ more than 80,000 people globally who are making this a reality. If you've got the belief, the drive and the talent to help us in our ambition then we’d like to hear from you. Wherever you work, one thing stands out about Bupa people. Our customers are our passion – they’re at the heart of our positively different culture of care. At Bupa you’ll be challenged, you’ll be encouraged to innovate, and collaborate with colleagues who are committed to delivering exceptional experiences. We trust, respect and consider everyone, knowing your difference will make the difference.

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