General Adult Clinical Lead United Kingdom (Remote) Reporting to: Clinical Director for ASD, CAMHS and Old Age Remuneration: £64,000 for 16hours per week - £80,000 for 20hours per week (£160,000 FTE)- plus £1000 working from home allowance Contract Type: Permanent/ Part-Time (0.4-0.5 WTE) 16-20 hours per week Location: Home-based/various UK meeting locations as required Closing Date for applications: 12noon on Tuesday 28 th October 2025* About Us: Psychiatry UK is the UK’s leading provider of digital psychiatry services, working both privately and with the NHS to support children, teenagers and adults with expert, patient-centred care. A career with Psychiatry UK allows you to expand your knowledge, enhance your skills, and gain valuable life experience—all while enjoying the flexibility of a remote full-time or part-time role. As part of a leading online mental health service, you'll collaborate with innovative, forward-thinking professionals in a dynamic, multidisciplinary team committed to making a real difference. The General Adult Clinical Lead plays a vital role within Psychiatry UK, reporting directly to the Clinical Director for ADHD and General Adult Psychiatry. This position is responsible for providing clinical leadership, ensuring high-quality and safe service delivery for General Adult patients, and aligning with strategic goals set by the Clinical Director. The Clinical Lead focuses on clinical governance, team support, and operational standards, working closely with the Clinical Director to drive continuous improvement and implement innovative strategies to enhance patient care and service efficiency. The post holder will allocate their time across quality governance, leadership responsibilities, and operational oversight to ensure comprehensive support for the team and effective service delivery. This is a home-based role (applicants must reside in the UK), though occasional travel may be required for face-to-face meetings at various locations within the UK. As our General Adult Clinical Lead, you will: Quality and Safety Oversight : Lead and oversee clinical services for General Adult patients, ensuring strict adherence to quality and safety standards. They will be responsible for developing and implementing quality improvement initiatives designed to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes, with regular evaluations to maintain high standards. Clinical Leadership : Provide clinical direction and support for the General Adult team is a core duty of this role. The Clinical Lead will supervise clinicians, offer guidance on clinical protocols and best practices, and foster a collaborative clinical environment. Additionally, they will report regularly to the Clinical Director on service developments, quality metrics, and any challenges emerging within the team, ensuring alignment with Psychiatry UK’s strategic objectives. Team Management : Be involved in recruiting, training, and mentoring clinical staff within the General Adult team, cultivating a resilient and high-performing workforce. They will conduct and chair regular MDT (Multidisciplinary Team) meetings to review cases, share insights, and enhance team collaboration. The Clinical Lead will also monitor the quality of work of newly joining consultants, providing feedback and support as needed. Clinical Operational Oversight : Oversee the operational aspects of clinical services, the Clinical Lead will ensure processes are aligned with organisational objectives to optimise patient care pathways. This responsibility includes managing resource allocation and workflow to maintain efficient, patient-centered services. Service Development and Transformation : Drive initiatives that foster innovation and enhance service delivery, working collaboratively with clinical staff, the Clinical Director, and external stakeholders. They will introduce evidence-based strategies and interventions, focusing on improving patient outcomes and engagement across the General Adult service. Performance Management : Monitor clinician performance and addressing any areas for improvement will be a key focus. The Clinical Lead will provide constructive feedback, support, and targeted interventions to maintain and elevate service quality. Recruitment : Oversee the recruitment and clinical induction of new team members, ensuring that the General Adult service remains well-staffed and capable of meeting patient demand. This will involve coordinating with the People & Culture Team and conducting induction programs to integrate new clinicians into the team effectively. Clinical Capacity : Work with the General Adult team, the Clinical Lead will help to expand clinical capacity, ensuring that resources and staffing levels are sufficient to meet patient needs while maintaining high standards of care. Engagement and Collaboration : Foster strong working relationships with clinical staff, creating a supportive and engaged environment. Additionally, they will collaborate closely with the Clinical Director to ensure that team objectives are in line with the wider organisational goals. Engagement with external partners will be vital to improve care pathways and advocate effectively for the needs of General Adult patients. Diversification and Expansion of Services: Provide clinical leadership into the diversification, expansion and growth of the General Adult service. To succeed as our General Adult Clinical Lead, you will have: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling them to build strong, effective relationships with colleagues, external stakeholders, and patients. You will demonstrate proficiency in decision-making and complex problem-solving, particularly when working under pressure or in crisis situations. A solid understanding of evidence-based practices and treatment modalities for general mental health disorders is essential, alongside the ability to adapt to evolving clinical practices, technological advancements, and service delivery models. The successful candidate will also be highly organised, employing a strategic approach to workload planning and time management to ensure the delivery of high-quality, efficient care. Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience: Medical Degree with postgraduate qualifications (MRCPsych or equivalent). Full GMC Registration with a licence to practice, and inclusion in the GMC Specialist Register. Extensive clinical experience in mental health, preferably with a focus on General Adult populations. Senior medical management experience in a complex healthcare setting Demonstrated experience in supervising clinical teams and managing performance Evidence of participation in clinical audits or quality improvement initiatives In-depth knowledge of clinical governance, including compliance with relevant standards and regulations in mental health services. Strong leadership and organisational abilities to manage, inspire, and develop clinical teams. Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience: Teaching qualifications or experience in delivering clinical education. Research experience, with contributions to publications or presentations at conferences related to mental health. Senior management degree (e.g., MBA or equivalent). Experience with service development and transformation projects in healthcare. Familiarity with budget management and resource allocation in a clinical setting. Psychiatry UK: Supporting You We want you to enjoy your work while feeling healthy, happy, and appreciated. That’s why we’ve created a benefits package designed with you in mind. You’ll have access to a range of wellbeing perks, including a Health Cash Plan, Well Hub Subscription, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, Annual Volunteering Day, Enhanced Sickness and Family Leave pay, Length of Service Bonus, Work from Home allowance and Pension options. At Psychiatry UK, we care about what matters to you. Recruitment Process At Psychiatry UK, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Our process includes: Application Profile review Screening conversation Competency based interview(s) If at any point you require any reasonable adjustments —such as additional time, assistive technology, or an alternative format for materials—please let us know. We are happy to accommodate your needs to ensure you have a fair and comfortable experience. Please feel free to reach out to us at recruitment@psychiatry-uk.com to discuss any adjustments that would support you. If this opportunity excites you, why not apply today? *We review applications as they come in and may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of interest. To ensure you don’t miss out, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.