Clinical Lead, Healthcare

Clinical Lead

Go back Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 03 February 2026

We are looking for an experienced, highly motivated and enthusiastic Applied Psychologist or Accredited Psychological Therapist to provide 12 months' maternity cover, working as part of our Health and Justice Services in Midlands Partnership University Foundation NHS Trust, in partnership with the Probation Service. Please note that applications are welcome from either Qualified and HCPC Registered Psychologist or Qualified and accredited Psychological Therapist, Sociotherapist or equivalent (IGA, UKCP or equivalent).

The Approved Premises at Kirk Lodge is a highly specialised service in the OPD Pathway, supporting men on licence upon release from custody with the transition to community living. The PIPE model is well established, and Kirk Lodge has accreditation as an Enabling Environment. You will be joining a team that includes a Senior Probation Officer (Operational Lead), Specialist Probation Practitioner, and Assistant Psychologist.

We can offer you a strong commitment to supervision and appraisals to support your CPD whilst you are in post. You will be joining an established and friendly group of MPFT OPD Clinical Leads, for whom clinical supervision, peer support and continuing professional development are an integral part of clinical practice. The post holder will be offered a robust support package of support, clinical supervision, and training opportunities within the NHS Trust and by the national OPD Pathway team.

Working in partnership with the Operational Lead, you will be responsible for providing clinical leadership for Kirk Lodge PIPE AP, leading on all aspects of PIPE service delivery including staff training and development, coordination and provision of structured sessions for service users and implementation of high-quality clinical supervision for Probation staff. You will ensure high quality performance data is available to service commissioners according to established protocols.

You will also need to liaise effectively with Senior Probation Officers who hold operational responsibility for this important area of Probation Service delivery. The Assistant Psychologist who will be supported and/or supervised by the Clinical Lead depending on qualifications.

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

For further information on the Job Description, main responsibilities and Person Specification to ensure you have the relevant skills for the post, please see the attached documents.