Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP)

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Stafford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus 5% of first year salary

Job summary

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust in Stafford is seeking two Education Mental Health Practitioners (EMHP) to support schools in delivering mental health and wellbeing interventions. The role involves assessments, risk management, and collaborative planning with educators, families and CYPs within the CAMHS framework.

Successful EMHP training, teaching qualification and YMHFA are essential. The post includes a 5% welcome bonus of the first year’s salary; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of the HEE commissioned EMHP course.
• Teaching qualification is required.
• Youth Mental Health First Aid training completed.

Responsibilities

• Assess and deliver outcome-focused, evidence-based interventions in educational settings for children and young people.
• Work with children, young people, families and educators to develop intervention plans and outcomes.
• Support children, young people and families to make informed choices about interventions.
• Operate from an inclusive values base, respecting diversity.
• Accept referrals within educational settings per local and national protocols.
• Undertake and record risk assessments and follow safeguarding procedures.
• Adhere to HR policies, training requirements and referral protocols; signpost complex cases.

Skills

Experience with CYP

Partnership with families & educators

Experience with anxiety disorders

Experience with mood disorders

Education

HEE EMHP course

Teaching qualification

Youth Mental Health First Aid

Job description

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP)

The closing date is 10 November 2026

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

An exciting position has arisen within our Stafford Mental Health Support Team. We are looking for 2 experienced, enthusiastic Education Mental Health Practitioners.

You will continue to build on the fantastic work carried out within your allocated schools. The role is varied & no two days are the same, you may be setting up & delivering group work & assemblies one day to delivering assessment & interventions the next, supporting schools to develop their whole school approaches to mental health & wellbeing.

You will be skilled & experienced in conducting MH assessments of children & young people (CYP) presenting with common mental health difficulties such as anxiety and low mood. You will conduct risk assessments & identify the right level of support for CYP you come into contact with.

Alongside the clinical aspect of your role, you will play an integral part in supporting schools with their whole school approaches as there is scope for creativity and opportunities to work alongside CYP & parents/carers to drive these agendas.This is an opportunity to be involved in an established team within the wider CAMHS structure as a joint initiative between health & education. You will work across the Stafford locality & support other MHSTs across South Staffs. You will work deliver parent, staff well-being, 1:1 & group work sessions.

Main duties of the job

MPFT will offer a welcome bonus of 5% of first year salary - at 2.5% on commencement of employment and 2.5% following 12 months employment

• Assess & deliver outcome focused, evidence-based interventions in educational settings for children & young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties, working at all times in collaboration with & giving respect to the education function of the setting in which deployed.
• Work in effective, evidence-based partnership with children, young people, their families & educators in the development of plans for the intervention & agreed outcomes.
• Support & empower children, young people, their parents/carers, families & educators to make informed choices about the interventions being offered.
• Operate at all times from an inclusive values base, which recognises & respects diversity.
• Accept referrals within educational settings according to agreed local & national protocols.
• Undertake & record accurate assessments of risk & operate clear risk management processes in line with locally agreed procedures including the safeguarding protocols of the educational setting & Local Safeguarding Board guidance.
• Adhere to all regulations, processes & procedures within the educational service to which the post holder is working including (but not limited to) HR policies, training requirements, referral protocols. Signpost referrals of children with more complex needs to a locally identified appropriate service.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Job responsibilities

For this role you must be a qualified Education Mental Health Practitioner & have obtained the relevant EMHP Post Graduate Diploma qualification following the completion of a CYP IAPT approved training in Evidence-Based Psychological Treatment for Children & Young People (C&Y IAPT).

For further information relating to this position please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

MPFT will offer a welcome bonus of 5% of first year salary - at 2.5% on commencement of employment and 2.5% following 12 months employment

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

Person Specification

Qualifcations & Training

• Successful completion of the HEE commissioned 1yr 'Education Mental Health Practitioner' course.
• Teaching qualification.
• Youth Mental Health First Aid trained.

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.