Team Lead / Principal Psychotherapist Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust

Florin Chilian; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative therapeutic community in Folkestone is seeking a dynamic Clinician Lead to provide clinical leadership and enhance service delivery. This role offers the chance to work with a diverse population, focusing on adults with complex emotional difficulties. You'll be at the forefront of developing and delivering high-quality therapeutic services while managing a multidisciplinary team. Join a supportive environment where your expertise will make a significant impact on the lives of those in need. This is an exciting opportunity to grow professionally while enjoying the beauty of the Garden of England.

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified therapist with extensive experience in mental health.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex emotional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership to a multidisciplinary therapy team.
• Conduct assessments and lead psychotherapy groups.
• Manage caseloads of clients with complex needs.

Skills

Mental Health Psychotherapy

Team Leadership

Clinical Assessment

Group Therapy

Service Development

Education

Professional Qualification in Therapy

Registered Psychotherapist/Psychologist

Job description

Job Title: Clinician Lead - Therapeutic Community

Ash Eton Therapeutic Community in Folkestone is seeking a passionate and experienced Psychotherapist, Clinical Psychologist, or Counselling Psychologist with management experience. This role combines direct therapeutic work with service improvement and team leadership.

About the Service

The service provides specialist treatment to adults with complex emotional difficulties within a supportive and innovative therapeutic community setting. It is part of the Community of Communities, recognized for excellence in mental health care.

Candidate Profile

• Professionally qualified and registered therapist
• Extensive experience in mental health psychotherapy, especially group work with adults with complex personality disorders
• Proven team leadership skills
• Experience in therapeutic community settings and/or service development using co-production (highly desirable)

Key Responsibilities

1. Providing clinical leadership to a multidisciplinary therapy team
2. Ensuring high standards of service quality and performance
3. Overseeing referrals and patient flow through treatment phases
4. Advising Community Mental Health Teams, providing supervision and case consultations
5. Conducting assessments and leading psychodynamic psychotherapy groups
6. Facilitating small group psychotherapy within the TC and participating in community meetings
7. Developing co-produced training and lecturing opportunities
8. Upholding relational practice values, including co-production and inclusivity
9. Managing complex team and community dynamics, including transference processes
10. Managing a caseload of clients with complex needs and risks
11. Organising and prioritising workload to maintain quality
12. Deputising for the clinical lead and supporting operational activities

Why Join Us?

Work in the beautiful Garden of England, combining professional development with a high quality of life. Part of Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust, serving a diverse population and rated 'Good' by the CQC.

Additional Information

• Clinical assessment of patients with complex emotional needs
• Delivery of therapy groups within the therapeutic community
• Clinical case management including risk assessment and care planning
• Line management and promoting effective team practices
• Monitoring and managing referral flows

This vacancy closes on Tuesday, 13 May 2025. We are a proud Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive recruitment practices.