Clinical Lead - AnDY Clinic

1000scholars; Reading; Sur place; GBP 47 000 - 58 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

University of Reading invites applications for the Clinical Lead role in the AnDY Research Clinic. You will combine clinical leadership with research translation to ensure timely, evidence-based care for children and young people with anxiety, OCD, and depression.

You will oversee a multidisciplinary team, supervise clinical decision-making, and drive service performance improvements while supporting collaboration with Oxford partners. DBS clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Holds a CBT qualification or Clinical Psychology doctorate.
• Substantial CAMHS experience required.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children.

Responsabilités

• Lead a multidisciplinary team and oversee clinical decision-making.
• Supervise, assure quality, and monitor service performance.
• Translate cutting-edge research into clinical practice.
• Support pioneering research with the AnDY Research Clinic.

Connaissances

Clinical leadership

Team leadership

Supervision

Quality assurance

Research collaboration

Formation

CBT qualification

Clinical Psychology doctorate

Description du poste

Contractual hours: 21

Job category/type: ALC, Professional and Managerial

Fixed Term until 31st March 2028

The closing date for applications is 23.59 on 12th October 2026

Interviews will be held: To be confirmed

Due to the complexity of the Skilled Worker Visa route and eligibility criteria, applicants requiring sponsorship are recommended to check their eligibility on the Home Office website. We cannot provide advice to candidates at the application stage and will only discuss visa routes with candidates who are invited to interview. UK Visas and Immigration Website.

There may be costs associated with a visa application, including the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS), which are not paid for by the University of Reading and cannot be claimed back. For further information on potential costs please visit: Healthcare Surcharge Information GOV.UK

As Clinical Lead for the AnDY Research Clinic at the University of Reading, you will combine clinical expertise, leadership, and service development to ensure children and young people with anxiety, OCD, and depression receive timely, evidence-based care. You will also support pioneering research, delivered in partnership with the AnDY Research Clinic in Oxford and the Oxford Centre for Emerging Minds Research, with the potential to improve treatment nationally and internationally.

Leading a multidisciplinary team, you will oversee clinical decision-making, supervision, quality assurance, and service performance while helping translate cutting-edge research into practice.

You will hold a CBT qualification or Clinical Psychology doctorate, have substantial CAMHS experience, enjoy developing others, and be excited by the opportunity to combine clinical leadership, research, and innovation within a high-performing and ambitious service.

To meet the University’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, safeguarding checks will be carried out, and appointment will be contingent on obtaining DBS clearance (enhanced with children’s barred list).

We welcome applications from both external and internal candidates. As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role can be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Internal candidates should discuss this with their line manager prior to applying.

For more information, please contact:

• Dr Ray Percy, Clinic Director, [e-mail]
• Natalie McIntosh, Clinical Lead, [e-mail]

The University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and as such safeguarding checks will be undertaken.

Safeguarding Requirements and Responsibilities

• To undertake safeguarding training and follow the University’s Safeguarding Children & Adults at Risk Policy at all times.
• To consider Safeguarding in Risk Assessment processes for events and activities you deliver.
• To report any disclosures or concerns using the Safeguarding Incident Form and submit this to the UK Student Recruitment and Outreach team Designated Safeguarding Officer.

An Enhanced DBS with an adult barred list check is required for this position. This role is a regulated activity. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Please see these links for information on Safeguarding and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Procedure, including Recruiting ex-offenders principles.

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

£47,389 to £58,225 per annum / pro rata. Grade 7