Childrens Wellbeing Practitioner Trainee

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health charity is looking for a CWP Trainee to deliver evidence-based interventions for young people facing mental health challenges. This full-time role is based in London and offers structured training while working within schools and community settings. Ideal candidates are passionate about mental health and possess strong communication skills. Offering a salary of £30,267 per year with a fixed-term contract for 1 year.

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting young people's mental health.
• Skilled in basic principles of CBT.
• Able to work in a cohesive team setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide early interventions for anxiety and depression in young people.
• Collaborate with services supporting young people.
• Engage with diverse cultural backgrounds.

Skills

Knowledge of CBT principles

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Reflective adaptability

Experience with youth mental health

Job description

Overview

Are you a self-starter looking to join one of Londons leading Mental Health Charities? We are looking for a dedicated CWP (Childrens Wellbeing Practitioner) Trainee to join our Mental Health Support Team at West Central London Mind. In this role, you will train to deliver low-intensity, evidence-based interventions to support children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties, such as anxiety or low mood. Working under supervision, you will collaborate with schools, families, and our team to promote emotional wellbeing, gaining hands-on experience while completing structured CWP training. This is a fantastic opportunity for a compassionate individual eager to make a difference in young peoples lives. As a CWP Trainee, you will engage with children, young people, and their families in community and school settings across Westminster, Kensington and Chelsea, using guided self-help and other evidence-based approaches. You will develop skills in assessment, intervention, and collaboration while contributing to our mission of enhancing mental health support for young people. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for supporting youth mental health. Join us to build a rewarding career in a supportive, community-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide early intervention interventions based on principles of CBT, to children and young people in schools and colleges who have presentations of anxiety and depression.
• Work closely with other services providing support to young people and with members of wider WCL Mind staff team.
• Work with people across different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary.

Qualifications

• Skilled and knowledgeable in basic principles of CBT
• Passionate about supporting and empowering young people to manage their mental health need
• Able to work cohesively and collaboratively within a team setting
• Someone with a wide range of life experience
• An effective communicator, tailoring communication to each client in a bespoke way.
• Reflective and adaptive in your approach
• Organised and able to show effective diary management a busy clinical caseload, manage administrative requirements and attend meetings

About Us

Were a leading community-based organisation dedicated to providing outstanding mental health support and clinical interventions across London. Our experienced clinically led teams are focused on directly addressing a range of mental health needs in our communities. We have decades of local community knowledge and record of empowering people to live the life they choose.

Details

Date posted: 08 October 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £30,267 a year NHS Equivalent Band 4

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 1 year

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: B0097-25-0019

Job locations: Head Office, 23 Monck Street, London SW1P 2AE

Job Description

Job responsibilities: Please see the candidate pack attached for more information about the position.

Deadline for submission of application: 22nd October 2025, 5pm

Interviews are scheduled for Week Commencing: 10th and 17th November 2025

Enquiries: Mujtabha Nawaz

Person Specification

Experience

• Essential: N/A

Qualifications

• Essential: N/A

Employer details

Employer: West Central London Mind

Address: Head Office, 23 Monck Street, London SW1P 2AE

Employer's website: https://www.wclmind.org.uk