Therapy Team Manager and Practice Lead(UK Visa Sponsorship available)
Job Description
About the Role
The University of Sussex is seeking an experienced clinical and managerial lead to join its Wellbeing Services team (Wellbeing, Therapeutic, Residential Life, and Chaplaincy).
This is a pivotal leadership role at an exciting time, as the service moves into a new purpose-built Wellbeing building alongside the campus GP practice. We are particularly interested in appointing a mental health practitioner with strong management experience, excellent organizational skills, and a proven background in an acute mental health or therapeutic setting.
You will:
Lead and manage the Therapy Team, including therapists, locums, trainees, and psychological wellbeing practitioners.
Oversee caseload allocation, ensuring safe and effective management of clinical cases.
Support staff with case resolution and escalation of high-risk or critical situations.
Collaborate closely with university services (Advice & Guidance, Disability Support) and external partners (e.g., NHS).
Contribute to the development and delivery of proactive mental health initiatives as part of the wider university strategy.
Review and refine team systems, processes, and procedures to improve efficiency while managing risk.
About You
We are looking for a qualified, accredited, and experienced therapist, social worker, mental health nurse, or other mental health practitioner with:
Substantial experience in managing and supervising clinical staff.
The ability to maintain a small clinical caseload, where required, to support your professional accreditation.
Strong administrative and digital skills to oversee case management and develop smarter working practices.
Excellent judgement, diplomacy, and resilience under pressure within a complex organization.
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage sensitive and complex situations professionally.
A flexible, proactive, and solutions-focused approach.
About the Division
The Student Experience Division is dedicated to supporting students and enhancing their university journey. Our services include:
Academic Quality
Student Data & Records
Careers & Entrepreneurship
Advice & Guidance
Complaints & Conduct
Student Wellbeing
We work collaboratively across schools and services to ensure students have the right support, opportunities, and environment to thrive.
Find out more about our division: Student Experience – University of Sussex.
Why Work Here
Beautiful 150-acre campus on the edge of the South Downs.
Excellent transport links (5-minute walk from Falmer train station; well-served by buses).
Cycle-to-work scheme and dedicated cycling routes.
A supportive, research-led, international university community that values diversity, collaboration, and innovation.
Access to a comprehensive reward and benefits package.
Strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI).
Key Information
Closing Date: 21 September 2025, 3:59 PM
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Start Date: As soon as possible
Visa Sponsorship: May be available (see Skilled Worker Visa guidance)
The University values the diversity of its staff and students and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Please note, work must be undertaken in the UK.
