Clinical Lead Officer

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

A wellbeing services organization in Southampton is seeking a Clinical Lead Officer to oversee clinical delivery and ensure high-quality services. Candidates should have over 5 years of clinical experience, excellent leadership skills, and a background in safeguarding procedures. This role offers a chance to work in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a clinical or counselling role.
• Significant clinical experience (5+ years).
• Up-to-date safeguarding training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clinical governance and quality assurance across all client work.
• Provide guidance for assessment, case allocation, and safeguarding.
• Support recruitment and development of Volunteer Counselling Trainees.

Skills

Clinical governance

Leadership

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Clinical Supervisor qualification or working towards

Membership of BACP or professional body

Job description

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Location: Southampton
Contract:Permanent, Part Time 20 hours per week
Salary: Up to £31 273.78 (FTE) depending on experience
DBS Check Required

Employer: Options Wellbeing Trust

Are you a qualified counsellor with a passion for clinical excellence and leadership?
Do you have a strong track record in case management, safeguarding, and mentoring others in a mental health or counselling environment?

Options Wellbeing Trust is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Clinical Lead Officer to oversee and support the clinical delivery of our counselling and wellbeing services. This is a pivotal role within our organisation, ensuring that our services are safe, ethical, high-quality, and aligned with professional guidelines and best practice.

About the Role:

As Clinical Lead Officer, you will:

• Ensure clinical governance and quality assurance across all client work.
• Provide guidance and oversight for assessment, case allocation, and safeguarding.
• Support the recruitment, induction, and development of Volunteer Counselling Trainees and Associate Counsellors.
• Act as a key contact for clinical supervisors, associates, and third-party contractors.
• Drive continual improvement in client experience, assessment tools, and service impact reporting.
• Facilitate peer support groups and deliver relevant CPD.
• Contribute to the Trusts commitment to BACP ethical compliance.

What Were Looking For:

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar clinical or counselling role.
• Membership of BACP (or other appropriate professional body).
• Significant clinical experience (5+ years).
• Demonstrated knowledge of safeguarding procedures and case monitoring.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems.
• Up-to-date safeguarding training.
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport.
• Enhanced DBS check (required).
• Completed clinical compliance training.
• Clinical Supervisor qualification (or working towards)
• Experience liaising with counselling training providers.
• Understanding of GDPR, Equality and Diversity, and Health & Safety legislation.

Why Join Options Wellbeing Trust?

• Work in a values-driven organisation focused on delivering accessible, person-centred support.
• Contribute to an inclusive, supportive team culture.
• Help shape the future of community wellbeing services.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and supervision.

To Apply:

Send your CV and a supporting statement outlining how you meet the person specification via the application link.

For an informal chat about the role, please contact: Imelda Byrne, Service Manager on 02380 630219.

Options Wellbeing Trust is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.