Job Description:
Remote Clinical / Counselling Psychologist - Young People
Fully remote - UK* only
Permanent, Part-Time Opportunity – 16 Hours (2 Days per Week)
Working Thursdays and Fridays (11:30–20:00), offering a consistent schedule
Salary: from £63,100 per annum plus excellent Bupa benefits (based on full-time, as part-time this will be pro-rata)
We make health happen
At Bupa, our purpose is simple – we help people live longer, healthier, happier lives. As a Remote Clinical / Counselling Psychologist in our Young People Talking Therapy Team, you’ll play an important part in making that happen every day.
You’ll support young people aged 11–17 with their mental health through high-quality talking therapy delivered via video. It’s a role where care, expertise and empathy come together to make a real difference – not just for individuals, but for their families too.
Working remotely, you’ll be part of a supportive, experienced clinical team, with regular supervision and opportunities to grow your skills. You’ll also have the chance to contribute to wellbeing initiatives, helping more young people access the support they need, when they need it.
Key Responsibilities
Provide safe, high-quality therapy to children and adolescents aged 11–17
Carry out assessments and create clear, evidence-based care plans
Deliver therapy sessions via secure video consultations
Work closely with families, schools and other support networks to share helpful information
Follow safeguarding guidance to keep young people safe
Manage risk and put support plans in place when needed
Work with colleagues across the wider therapy team to deliver joined-up care
Support referrals and guide clients to the right services when appropriate
Deliver one-off assessments, wellbeing support or group sessions where needed
Take part in clinical supervision and team meetings to support your development
Help improve how we support our customers and colleagues
What We’re Looking For
A doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology (accredited by the British Psychological Society)
Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Experience working with children and young people aged 11–17
At least 1 year post-qualification experience
Confident in delivering therapy remotely
You’ll also bring:
Strong communication skills, with the ability to adapt to different ages and needs
A caring, calm and professional approach
Good organisational skills and the ability to manage your own caseload
Confidence working independently, while staying connected with a wider team
Experience using IT systems and managing patient records
A commitment to ongoing learning and development
Desirable:
Additional specialist therapy training
Experience in corporate or private healthcare settings
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 (plus bank holidays)
Bupa health insurance
Annual performance-based bonus (please add details if applicable)
Pension scheme and life assurance
Support with professional development and CPD
Access to wellbeing support and resources
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 understand the importance of reflecting the communities we serve.
Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. We aim to offer an interview to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria. We’ll make sure you’re treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
* 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:
Part timeJob Area:
Clinical ServicesLocations:
Bupa Place, NationwideSkills Required
- Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology accredited by the British Psychological Society
- Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Experience working with children and young people aged 11-17
- At least 1 year post-qualification experience
- Confident in delivering therapy remotely
Bupa Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Bupa and has not been reviewed or approved by Bupa.
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Healthcare Strength — Health cover via the UK Health Trust, day‑one medical support for frontline roles, and dedicated women’s health initiatives indicate a robust, health‑centric package. Access to digital GP, nurse lines, and options such as dental and health cash plans further reinforce medical and preventive care breadth.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing programs span mental, physical, emotional, and financial support, with offerings like EAP access, gym discounts, and health assessments. Flexible work and wellbeing programs highlighted in some regions add to lifestyle value.
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Parental & Family Support — Policies include enhanced parental leave in certain UK business units and a family mental‑health support line. Options to extend medical coverage to dependants and family‑oriented allowances strengthen support beyond the individual.
Bupa Insights
What We Do
Bupa's purpose is helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We are an international healthcare company serving over 38 million customers worldwide. With no shareholders, we reinvest profits into providing more and better healthcare for the benefit of current and future customers. We directly employ around 85,000 people, principally in the UK, Australia, Spain, Chile, Poland, New Zealand, Hong Kong SAR, Türkiye, Brazil, Mexico, the US, Middle East and Ireland. We also have associate businesses in Saudi Arabia and India. For more information, visit www.bupa.com







