Team Lead / Principal Psychotherapist

Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust; Folkestone; Hybrid; GBP 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an experienced Psychotherapist or Clinical Psychologist to join their vibrant therapeutic community in Folkestone. This permanent role offers the opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary team, providing clinical leadership and ensuring high standards of service quality. You'll engage in direct therapeutic work, manage complex cases, and facilitate community meetings, all within a supportive environment dedicated to adults with complex emotional difficulties. With flexible working options and a commitment to professional development, this position promises a rewarding career in mental health care.

Benefits

Pension Contributions

Annual Leave (27 days plus bank holidays)

NHS Discounts

Learning Opportunities

Induction Programs

Flexible Working Options

Bonus Scheme for New Hires

Qualifications

• Registered therapist with at least 4 years of post-registration clinical experience.
• Extensive experience in group therapy and managing complex emotional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership to a multidisciplinary team and ensure high service quality.
• Conduct assessments and lead psychodynamic psychotherapy groups.

Skills

Clinical Leadership

Group Therapy

Risk Management

Team Management

Assessment and Treatment Planning

Education

Registered Therapist

CPD in Psychotherapy

Job description

Main area: Psychotherapy | Grade: NHS AfC Band 8b | Contract: Permanent | Hours: 37.5 hours/week (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm, home working considered for Tuesdays or Thursdays) | Location: Ash Eton, Folkestone | Salary: £62,215 - £72,293 per annum | Closing date: 13/05/2025 23:59

Organisation: Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT)

Rated as an Outstanding organisation for Caring by the CQC, KMPT offers a range of benefits including health and wellbeing programs, flexible working arrangements, and professional development opportunities. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment committed to providing excellent mental health care.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Psychotherapist, Clinical Psychologist, or Counselling Psychologist with management experience to join our vibrant therapeutic community in Folkestone. The role involves direct therapeutic work, service improvement, and team leadership within a supportive setting dedicated to adults with complex emotional difficulties.

Main Duties

• Providing clinical leadership to a multidisciplinary team
• Ensuring high standards of service quality and performance
• Managing referrals and treatment phases
• Offering supervision and case consultations to community teams
• Conducting assessments and leading psychodynamic psychotherapy groups
• Facilitating community meetings and group therapy within the therapeutic community
• Developing training and co-produced educational opportunities
• Upholding relational practice, inclusivity, and co-production values
• Managing complex cases and community dynamics
• Supporting operational management and deputising for clinical leads

Candidate Requirements

Qualifications and Knowledge

• Registered therapist (psychotherapist, clinical psychologist, or counselling psychologist)
• CPD relevant to the field
• Knowledge of therapeutic community principles and MBT training

Experience and Skills

• At least 4 years post-registration clinical experience
• Extensive experience in group therapy with complex emotional needs
• Line management experience
• Therapeutic community experience
• Ability to assess, formulate, and create treatment plans
• Risk management skills
• Leadership and team management skills
• Experience with co-production and data-driven service improvement

Additional Benefits

Includes pension contributions, annual leave (starting at 27 days plus bank holidays), staff support services, NHS discounts, learning opportunities, induction programs, and various staff benefits including a bonus scheme for new hires and flexible working options.

Applicants should be prepared for DBS checks and travel between work bases. KMPT promotes equality and diversity and is committed to a safe and inclusive workplace.