Job Description:
Clinical/Counselling Psychologist - Children and Young Person (CYP)
Fully remote - UK only
Permanent. Full or part time (minimum of 2 days per week -16 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: 09:00 to 20:00, with a strong preference for after school appointments as these are in high demand.
This role will be primarily for our young person’s 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 to offer 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:
Full time
Job Area:
Clinical Services
Locations:
Home Based North c/o Bupa Place
