Lead Therapist – Liberty House Clinic
Location: Liberty House Clinic, Old Bedford Road, LU2 7HPContract: Full-time, 40 Hours per week: 5 days a week on a rota which includes Saturday and SundaysSalary: £38,000 per annum
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and values-driven Lead Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team at Liberty House Clinic. This is a senior clinical role with responsibility for leading the therapeutic programme, supporting and developing therapists, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centred addiction treatment.
You will play a key role in shaping clinical practice, maintaining governance standards, and supporting clients through every stage of their recovery journey.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clinical leadership and day-to-day oversight of the therapy team
- Deliver and oversee group and one-to-one therapy in line with treatment programmes
- Support the development, supervision, and performance of therapists
- Contribute to treatment planning, reviews, and multidisciplinary meetings
- Ensure therapy delivery aligns with regulatory, ethical, and organisational standards
- Promote a safe, therapeutic, and recovery-focused environment for clients
- Support continuous improvement through audits, feedback, and service development
About You
- Qualified – to a minimum of level 6 and registered member – visible on the relevant public register (e.g. BACP or NCPS membership)
- Substantial experience working within addiction, mental health, or residential treatment settings
- Proven experience in a senior, lead, or supervisory therapy role
- Strong understanding of group facilitation, trauma-informed practice, and recovery models
- Confident leader with excellent communication and decision-making skills
- Committed to high clinical standards and compassionate care
Our Values
At UKAT, our work is guided by four core values that underpin everything we do:
- Understanding – We listen without judgement and recognise every individual’s unique journey
- Kindness – We lead with compassion, empathy, and respect
- Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions, decisions, and standards of care
- Teamwork – We work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for our clients
We are looking for a Lead Therapist who not only demonstrates clinical excellence, but who truly lives these values in their leadership and practice.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a leading residential treatment centre
- Supportive, values-led organisation with a strong multidisciplinary culture
- Ongoing professional development and leadership support
- Birthday Off!
- Company pension scheme
- On-site parking
- Blue Light Card- discounts at thousands of retailers
- BUPA wellness programme
The Recruitment Process:
- You will have an initial phone conversation with the talent acquisition specialist which will be an informal chat and opportunity to ask questions about the position
- If you are successful in your initial phone conversation, you will be required to undertake an interview on-site or via video conference. (please note that if you have a video/in-person interview, you will be required to visit the centre at a later date for our 2nd stage interview)
- Our shortlisted candidates will be notified if they are successful within 5 working days post interview.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer, committed to making our recruitment process inclusive and accessible to all
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