Remote Clinical / Counselling Psychologist

Job Description:

Remote Clinical / Counselling Psychologist - Must be HCPC registered

Fully remote - UK* only

Permanent. Full or part time (minimum of 2 days per week - 16 hours)

Salary: £63,100 per annum** plus excellent Bupa benefits

**based on full-time hours of 40 hours per week, if part-time this will be pro-rata

Operational hours:

• Monday to Friday on shifts between 08:00-20:00
• At least one of your shifts will need to be late: 11:30-20:00
• Each day will include 5 appointments
• Mandatory full-time attendance of 7-day induction programme is required (Monday to Friday of week one, followed by Monday and Tuesday of week two)

We make health happen: 

At Bupa, we’re here to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives. We do that by combining expert care with human understanding – and our Talking Therapies team plays a vital role in making that happen.

As a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist, you’ll support adults with a wide range of mental health needs, delivering high‑quality, evidence‑based care through phone and video appointments. You’ll work in a way that puts people first, offering choice, flexibility and compassion, while achieving excellent clinical outcomes.

This role is fully remote, giving you the freedom to work flexibly while still being part of a supportive, connected clinical team. You’ll have access to regular supervision, strong clinical leadership and opportunities to shape how our mental wellbeing services continue to grow and improve.

As a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist – Talking Therapies, you’ll:

• Deliver high‑quality psychological therapy with a strong focus on safety, outcomes and recovery
• Complete thorough assessments and formulations to guide the most appropriate care pathway
• Provide therapy via telephone or video, based on client preference
• Manage a caseload in line with agreed session limits and individual treatment goals
• Work with different models of care, including short‑term therapy, wellbeing support and coaching
• Offer one‑off assessments and clear referral recommendations when needed
• Signpost or refer clients to other services where appropriate
• Contribute to group psychoeducation and mental wellbeing workshops delivered remotely
• Work closely with Clinical Leads and the wider Talking Therapies team
• Take part in regular individual and group clinical supervision, plus team meetings
• Share ideas to help improve client experience and service quality

We’re looking for someone who brings both clinical expertise and a genuine commitment to care.

Essential:

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology, accredited by the British Psychological Society
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• At least one year of post‑qualification experience
• Experience working with adult mental health presentations
• Confidence managing your own caseload and working to outcomes

Desirable:

• Training in additional therapeutic models or specialist areas
• Experience working in corporate or organisational settings
• Strong leadership or mentoring experience

Skills and qualities:

• Clear, empathetic communication – written and verbal
• Strong clinical judgement and evidence‑based practice
• Confidence using digital systems and electronic records
• Ability to plan and prioritise work in a fast‑paced environment
• A collaborative, supportive team approach

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), increasing through length of service, with option to buy or sell.

• Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind

• An enhanced pension plan and life assurance
• Monthly supervision paid by Bupa.
• Up to 100% of accreditation application paid by Bupa.
• Full induction and training provided.
• Support with your CPD.

• Onsite gyms or local discounts where no onsite gym available

• Various other benefits and online discounts

• Opportunities for career development around Bupa

• Option to join dental insurance scheme at a discounted rate.

• Access to our Digital GP platform on your mobile

• Emotional wellbeing support

• Access to family mental health line

• Financial wellbeing channels

• Support for carers

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.

* Please note that while this is a remote position, you must be based in and working from within the UK at all times.

Time Type:

Full time

Job Area:

Clinical Services

Locations:

Home Based North c/o Bupa Place