Educational Mental Health Practitioner

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Greater London is seeking a qualified EMHP/CWP to deliver evidence-based mental health support to children and young people. The role involves working within schools, offering interventions for mild to moderate mental health issues, and collaborating with educational and health professionals. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience in child wellbeing. This permanent full-time position offers a salary between £37,259 and £45,356 per annum.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working with children and young people in health or educational settings.
• Understanding of common mental health problems experienced by children and young people.
• Knowledge of the educational system in England.

Responsibilities

• Support local schools' mental health and wellbeing support for children and young people.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team of EMHPs and CAMHS Practitioners.
• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based interventions for children and young people.

Skills

Children and Young People's Wellbeing Practitioner Qualification

Education Mental Health Practitioner Qualification

Ability to study successfully at undergraduate level

Job description

Job Summary

In line with the government's priority to increase access and availability of mental health and wellbeing support for children and young people, the EMHP/CWP role is an exciting opportunity to deliver evidence-based early interventions for children and young people, working across both educational settings and healthcare sectors in England.

Main Duties

This is a role within the Green Paper for Transforming children and young people's mental health programme. The post holder will work within the City & Hackney Mental Health Support in Schools team, which is part of the wider Specialist CAMHS. The team focuses on early intervention and prevention within the school context involving both whole school and individual approaches. The post holder will deliver, under supervision, high-quality, outcome-informed, focused, evidence-based interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate anxiety, low mood and behavioural difficulties. The role includes provision of low‑intensity interventions (one‑to‑one, group and workshops) to children, young people and their parents, developing an active presence within school settings, and contributing to the development of the Whole School Approach in schools. Collaboration with other MHST members and the wider multidisciplinary team, signposting families to appropriate support, and contributing to service development are also key responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Support local schools' overarching approach to providing mental health and wellbeing support for children and young people by working as part of a multidisciplinary team of EMHPs, CAMHS Practitioners, Educational Psychologists and trainee EMHPS. Play a key role in service delivery, team development, and consultation with professional networks.

Qualifications

• Children and Young People's Wellbeing Practitioner Qualification from accredited training provider OR Education Mental Health Practitioner Qualification from accredited training provider
• Evidence of ability to study successfully at undergraduate level or the equivalent

Experience

• Previous experience of working with children and young people in either a health or educational setting
• Demonstrates an understanding of common mental health problems experienced by children and young people

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the educational system in England.
• Knowledge of children and young people gained through academic study in child development, child wellbeing or mental health

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Eligibility and Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Skilled worker applicants must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years (as of 6 April 2017) and adult dependants over 18 are also subject to this requirement. Further information can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website. Applicants must also have current UK professional registration.

Employer Details

East London NHS Foundation Trust
City & Hackney CAMHS
John Scott Health Centre
220 Green Lanes
N4 2NU
Employer's website: https://www.elft.nhs.uk/

Job Details

Date posted: 19 December 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: 5
Salary: £37,259 to £45,356 a year PER ANNUM
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 363-SS7654670
Job location: City & Hackney CAMHS, John Scott Health Centre, 220 Green Lanes, N4 2NU