Job Description

Clinical Director - Khiron Clinics

Job Overview

Khiron Clinics is seeking an experienced, trauma-informed Clinical Psychologist to take on the role of Clinical Director, overseeing clinical delivery across our residential and outpatient services. The ideal candidate will be trained or deeply informed in the modalities we offer (such as Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, DBT, Somatic approaches, and other trauma-focused models), and bring a strong commitment to compassionate, high-quality client care.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for ensuring the highest standards of clinical practice, supporting multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining regulatory compliance. The Clinical Director will play a key role in strategic development, safeguarding clinical integrity, and fostering a positive, reflective culture for both clients and staff.

Key Responsibilities

Provide clinical leadership to therapists, psychologists, clinical assistants, and support staff, ensuring effective communication, clinical coherence, and teamwork. Oversee clinical governance, including the development, implementation, and review of policies and procedures aligned with trauma-informed care and regulatory standards. Ensure the delivery of safe, ethical, evidence-based treatment tailored to complex trauma presentations. Oversee clinical risk management, safeguarding practices, and escalation procedures across all services. Monitor clinical outcomes and performance indicators, using data to drive continuous improvement. Work closely with senior leadership to shape and implement the strategic clinical vision for Khiron Clinics. Lead clinical supervision structures, reflective practice, and ongoing professional development to ensure clinical staff maintain accreditation and modality-specific competencies. Manage clinical budgets, staffing allocations, and resources to ensure high-quality and efficient service delivery. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory expectations (CQC and related bodies), trauma-focused best practices, and emerging therapeutic developments. Act as the primary clinical point of contact during inspections, audits, and external reviews.

Experience & Qualifications

Essential:

Qualified Clinical Psychologist with HCPC registration.

Essential:

Trained or well-informed in at least two of Khiron's core modalities (e.g., Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, EMDR, IFS, DBT, somatic therapies, or similar trauma-specific models). Significant experience in a senior clinical leadership role within mental health, trauma treatment, or complex client-care settings. Strong understanding of trauma, dissociation, attachment, and somatic healing frameworks. Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams with confidence, clarity, and compassion. Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain high clinical standards. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise professionally with staff, clients, families, and external agencies. Additional training in leadership or management is advantageous.

What We Offer

This role provides an opportunity to shape and elevate clinical delivery within a specialist trauma-treatment organisation. We value reflective practice, relational leadership, and the highest standards of care. The successful candidate will join a dedicated, supportive environment where trauma-informed excellence and professional integrity are at the core of everything we do.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 74,090.00-86,932.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events UK visa sponsorship Work from home
Education:

PhD (preferred)
Work Location: In person