Job summary
Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest providers of Talking Therapies services in the country. We are currently seeking a Clinical Team Leader to support the operational leadership of the service, at Step 3 (High Intensity).

This is a particularly positive time to join us, following contract renewal, as the service moves to a data-led, place-based model, taking provision closer to the local population that it serves while developing an already broad portfolio of clinical specialisms, including perinatal, trauma and long-term conditions.

Norfolk and Waveney Talking Therapies is research active and is working closely with both The University of Hertfordshire for training and the University of East Anglia, a UK Top 25 university (Complete University Guide 2025) as both a provider of training for mental health professionals and a research partner as we build our portfolio of projects. We are also working with local acute healthcare providers to this end, embedding our therapeutic staff within wider systems of health. The service has excellent access to ongoing training and robust line management supervision.

We are committed to quality through external scrutiny and have recently been awarded full with APPTS - Accreditation Programme for Psychological Therapies, part of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, College Centre for Quality Improvement assurance programme.

Main duties of the job
As a Clinical Team Leader you will be expected to work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team and contribute to the development of a high quality, responsive and accessible service including advising both service and professional management on those aspects of the service where psychological and/or organisational matters need addressing.

Working within a busy, high volume clinical environment is often challenging and therefore, expertise is required to support staff and develop staff within this environment by providing expert line management supervision and caseload management supervision.

Our psychological therapies are delivered face to face, as well as online, depending upon the needs of service users. Though hybrid working is part of the role, all staff are expected to attend team hubs and other delivery sites to work with colleagues and see people as required, and to participate in a range of training and service activities.

All staff are expected to participate in regular supervision to ensure the quality of delivery and maintain professional development and wellbeing.

It is an expectation that staff will contribute to the ongoing programme of development and improvement, including clinical audits, service evaluation and personal performance appraisal.

About us
As a service we are committed to supporting our communities across Norfolk and Waveney.

Our vision for Norfolk and Waveney is to improve the lives of the 210,000 people who suffer with anxiety and depression, promoting sustained recovery and wellbeing in line with Talking Therapies Manual.

Together with partners we will reduce the differentials in access, treatment and outcomes from Talking Therapies that those who experience inequalities face in our communities.

Our approach brings together VCSE and statutory organisations at System, Place and community levels, aligning physical health and mental health pathways with networks of social and community support.

Staff are eligible for generous annual leave, starting at 27 days per year, NHS pension and access to various Trust benefits.

As a service and within teams we are committed to the Trust values:

We are aTeam: We build strong relationships within and across teams and work closely with service users, carers, and families.

We areAccountable : We are answerable for our actions, behaviour and performance and take pride in our work.

WeLearn and Improve : We take every opportunity to learn and improve and provide feedback which is helpful, sincere, and genuine.

We areKind : We act with kindness, and we treat everyone with respect and dignity.

Details
Date posted: 06 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year gross per annum
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 246-WSN8095605
Job locations: Breckland Business Centre, St Withburga Lane, Dereham, NR19 1FD, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
The NHS Norfolk and Waveney Talking Therapies Clinical Team Leader role is responsible for the day-to-day operational management of a range of aspects of service delivery within the team and for managerial and caseload supervision of professional staff.

To ensure a responsive, high quality Talking Therapy service is provided to clients, their families and carers within the clinical environment. Maintain compliance with key performance indicators.

They will allocate work to relevant services and monitor the teams contribution to the overall objectives of the service and Trust.

The Clinical Team Leader will provide professional governance and leadership within their area. They will deputise for the Deputy Service Manager as required. They may hold a client caseload, if trained in Talking Therapies modalities or support clinical delivery as agreed by the service in order to maintain their professional registration/accreditation.

Work location
These posts will align to the service place based model. One role will be based in the South Locality and two roles will support our Norwich locality. A minimum of three face-to-face days on site will be required in order to support staff and be visible across services. Being able to travel independently is essential to the role.

Applying and Interviews
Interested candidates are encouraged to make contact to find out more about the position.

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference, click APPLY!

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email to arrange your interview, which will take place face-to-face. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying.

Person Specification
Qualification
Essential

• Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner Qualification
• Or Post Graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and BABCP Accredited. Or Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling and BACP Accredited. Or Nursing degree or equivalent or Dip OT or Core Profession
• Or Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling and BACP Accredited.
• Or Nursing degree or equivalent or Dip OT or Core Profession

Desirable

• ILM certificate in management or equivalent

Experience
Essential

• Able to demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge of mental health practice from previous experience
• Experience in providing leadership in a mental health care environment

Desirable

• Experience of working within a primary care setting.

Skills
Essential

• Effective analytical, problem solving and decision making skills

Desirable

• PMA Training

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details
Employer name: Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust
Address: Breckland Business Centre, St Withburga Lane, Dereham, NR19 1FD, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Deputy Service Manager
Eliza Pepper
Eliza.Pepper@nsft.nhs.uk