CYP Education Mental Health Practitioner EMHP/CYPWP

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Wirral; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional mental health organization in the Wirral area is seeking candidates for the role of Band 5 Education Mental Health Practitioner within the Mental Health Support Team. The position involves working closely with schools and engaging with children and families through evidence-based interventions. Candidates should have professional registration or the ability to obtain it shortly after starting. This role emphasises collaboration and direct support, providing an opportunity to contribute significantly to mental health services.

Benefits

Inclusive employer committed to equal opportunities

Qualifications

• Professional registration or ability to register within 6 months of start date.
• Full-time availability required.
• Trainee EMHPs are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation, training, and direct work with children and families.
• Deliver 1:1 and group Low Intensity CBT interventions.
• Conduct assessments under supervision.
• Collaborate with colleagues across multiple sites.

Skills

Consultation skills

Evidence-based interventions delivery

Collaboration

Assessment

Education

Professional registration with a recognized national body (BPS, BABCP)

Band 5 Education Mental Health Practitioner/CYPWP qualification

Job description

Overview

Vacancy at Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust within the Wirral Mental Health Support Team (MHST). 3 positions available for the Band 5 Education Mental Health Practitioner/CYPWP role, working across 4 locations in Wirral.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with schools, colleges and education settings to provide information, advice and guidance through consultation, training and direct work with children, young people and parents/caregivers.
• Deliver evidence‑based interventions, including 1:1 and group Low Intensity CBT based interventions for children, young people and parents/carers.
• Conduct assessments and deliver interventions on an individual and wider systems basis under close clinical supervision.
• Access regular case management and clinical supervision individually and in groups.
• Collaborate with colleagues across multiple sites and support children, young people and their families.

Qualifications & Conditions

• Professional registration with a recognised national body (BPS, BABCP) or the ability to obtain registration within 6 months of start date. If registration is not yet held, a 6‑month fixed term contract will be offered to allow time to complete registration, after which the contract will be amended to permanent.
• Full‑time availability.
• Trainee EMHPs are welcome to apply.
• Band 5 education Mental Health Practitioner/CYPWP designation.

Application Details

Planned shortlisting date: 30 Dec 2025. Planned interview date: 5 Jan 2026. The advert closes on Wednesday 24 Dec 2025. Candidates are encouraged to apply early as the vacancy may close before the advertised date.

Applicants must follow the Trust’s values and prepare a supporting information section reflecting an understanding of the Trust’s behaviours. Guidance and an applicant guide can be accessed on the Trust’s website; contact [e-mail] or 01244 393100 for assistance.

Equal Opportunity

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is an inclusive employer. Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to respond to the Guaranteed Interview Scheme question. The Trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to armed forces community applicants and encourages applications from reservists or cadet force volunteers. Applicants should inform the team of any special support needs for interview and selection processes.

Notice: Applicants are required to pay for their DBS check; costs are deducted from salary following appointment. A small annual fee of £16 applies for the DBS Update Service.