Education Mental Health Practitioner

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust; Hereford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in England is seeking a qualified Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP) to join their expanding Wellbeing & Emotional Support Teams. This part-time role focuses on delivering low-intensity CBT interventions to children and young people in schools, promoting a mentally healthy environment. Successful candidates will have experience in mental health, a professional background, and strong communication skills. The role offers flexibility, support, and the opportunity to develop within a dedicated team.

Benefits

27 days leave plus bank holidays

Generous NHS pension

Flexible working opportunities

Health and wellbeing opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people and their families.
• Experience in a multi-disciplinary team and community/public health.
• Knowledge of mental health issues in CAMH services.

Responsibilities

• Deliver low-intensity CBT interventions to children and young people.
• Manage a caseload of patients, including assessments and care plans.
• Promote mental health awareness in schools and communities.

Skills

Communication in English

IT Competency

Driving license

Education

HEE commissioned 1-year Education Mental Health Practitioner course

Current registration with relevant professional body (BPS / BABCP)

Specific qualification in a relevant therapeutic speciality

Job description

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

Education Mental Health Practitioner

The closing date is 01 February 2026

Due to a recent expansion of the Wellbeing & Emotional Support Teams (WEST) in Herefordshire, we are now seeking a qualified EMHP to join our fantastic team.

The WEST team is a forward‑thinking, supportive & hardworking team that is continuously developing as individuals and a service. We provide high‑quality, evidence‑based CBT interventions to Children & Young People in schools and focus on a Whole School Approach to create mentally healthy environments for CYP.

We will provide you with resources to develop & progress should this be something you wish to do, as well as flexibility and a wealth of support, creating a great place to work. If you would like to discuss this role further, please get in touch with the Recruiting Manager.

This is a part‑time role working 30 hours per week.

Interviews will take place on Monday 16 February 2026.

Main duties of the job

We are a busy team covering 49 schools and colleges in Herefordshire. You will deliver low‑intensity CBT interventions (1:1 or group) in your assigned schools as well as Whole School Approach activities, keeping CYP at the heart of everything you do.

Under the support of operational lead, clinical lead & senior practitioners you will manage a case load of patients and complete assessments, care plans & other relevant documentation whilst maintaining the fidelity of the low‑intensity CBT model.

An understanding of risk management & safeguarding is imperative for this role, and you will be supported with managing this within the team.

You will receive regular case‑management & clinical skills supervision to support you clinically as well as participate in MDT/screening meetings.

You will work closely with families, school staff & other professionals and at times deliver consultations & sign‑posting advice to other agencies. Thus, strong interpersonal skills are key.

About us

We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.

We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work‑life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.

What we offer

• 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
• Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Wide range of supportive staff networks
• Health and wellbeing opportunities

If you would like to know more, please visit our website.

We encourage you to read the attached applicant guidance notes.

Job responsibilities

You will work in partnership with educational settings & partners to improve outcomes for CYP 5‑18 years of age.

You will provide a high‑quality service to CYP, families and school staff and will have regular communication with all.

You will promote knowledge of mental health & the prevention of mental health with children and members of the public.

You will be an active member of the team and support service development as well as engage in service meetings.

You will act as a role model to colleagues and always seek to maintain the highest standards.

You will use your initiative and take responsibility for the quality of your work and the service you provide to patients.

For full details of the duties and criteria for the role refer to the job description and person specification attached.

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience of working with children and young people, their families and others.
• Experience of working and liaising with a wide variety of agencies and stakeholders.
• Experience of working with children and young people who have social, emotional and/or behavioural difficulties.
• Experience of working with anxiety disorders.
• Experience of working with affective (mood) disorders.
• Experience of delivery of specific therapeutic interventions to children, young people or their families (e.g. CBT, solution‑focused brief therapy).
• 12‑month minimum post‑registration experience in child health or mental health care.
• Experience of working with children and families in an educational setting.
• Working in a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Working within a community/public health team.

Knowledge

• Working knowledge of health services.
• Working knowledge of mental health issues in CAMH services.
• Knowledge of safeguarding & risk issues.
• Knowledge of capacity and consent including Gillick competence.
• Experience in the delivery of evidence‑based and CBT interventions for children and adolescents.
• Good knowledge of recognised disorders and illnesses in the field of mental health.
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to challenge poor behaviour.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats.
• Basic IT competency.
• Able to drive with a full driving licence and have access to vehicle to meet travel requirements.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the HEE commissioned 1‑year Education Mental Health Practitioner course.
• Current registration with relevant professional body (BPS / BABCP).
• Understand that you will be asked to provide original certificates to verify your qualifications at point of offer.
• Specific qualification in a relevant therapeutic speciality e.g. counselling, family therapy, CBT, substance misuse.

Additional Criteria

• Awareness of personal strengths and limitations.
• Able to travel to meet the commitments of the post.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust