Currently, we have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Clinical Lead to join a developing specialist Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) service in Shropshire.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping and developing a therapeutic, trauma-informed service supporting young people who are at risk of, or have lived experience of, sexual exploitation.
Working collaboratively with the National Clinical Lead and other regional Clinical Leads, you will lead a small multidisciplinary team and support the development of psychologically informed practice across residential homes and schools.
Salary: £57,000 – £67,000 per annum, dependent on experience (approximately NHS Band 8a equivalent)
Position: Clinical Lead – Child Sexual Exploitation Service
Hours: Full-time
Setting: Specialist CSE service across residential homes and schools
Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Your key responsibilities will be:
- Lead and develop a small multidisciplinary clinical team.
- Provide clinical supervision, line management and reflective practice.
- Develop relational, trauma-informed and strengths-based clinical practice.
- Oversee psychological and specialist risk assessments and recommendations.
- Lead team-based formulations and develop clinical intervention plans.
- Support implementation of clinical plans across residential and educational settings.
- Collaborate with professionals, families and wider services supporting young people.
For this role, we’re looking for someone who has:
- Experience working with care-experienced children, young people and/or sexual exploitation.
- Experience within residential care, CAMHS, inpatient or complex mental health settings.
- Confidence supporting young people experiencing significant distress and risk.
- Experience or interest in supervision, leadership, reflective practice and service development.
- Strong skills in formulation, consultation and multidisciplinary working.
What benefits are on offer?
- Opportunity to shape and develop a specialist clinical service.
- Work alongside experienced national and regional clinical leaders.
- Lead a small multidisciplinary clinical team.
- Develop trauma-informed and relational practice.
- Make a meaningful difference to young people’s lives.
- Opportunities for clinical development and service innovation.
What can Athona offer you?
- Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service.
- Nationwide vacancies across the NHS, charities, social enterprises and private sector.
- Support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding.
- Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK.
- A supportive team who truly care about your career and aspirations.
- Support beyond placement, ensuring you remain happy in your new role.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Clinical Lead – Child Sexual Exploitation Service employer: Athona Ltd
Athona Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead healthcare services within the secure environment of HMP Stoke Heath. With a strong focus on employee development and a collaborative work culture, we empower our leaders to drive quality outcomes while fostering meaningful partnerships. Join us to make a significant impact in healthcare and justice, supported by a team that values innovation and excellence.
