Educational Mental Health Practitioner

TN United Kingdom; Kingston upon Thames; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative community interest company is seeking a qualified Education Mental Health Practitioner to join their supportive team. This role focuses on promoting mental health and wellbeing in children and young people. You will be involved in delivering therapeutic interventions and working collaboratively within educational settings. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible hybrid working options, and a commitment to professional development. Join this forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of young individuals in the community.

Benefits

29 days annual leave

Local Government pension scheme

Flexible working options

Employee Assistance Programme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Completion of the HEE-commissioned 1-year EMHP or CWP course.
• Experience working with children with social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Promote a whole school approach to mental health and wellbeing.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions for children with mild to moderate anxiety.

Skills

Mental Health Assessments

Therapeutic Interventions

Risk Assessment

IT Skills

Group Parenting Programs

Education

HEE-commissioned 1-year EMHP or CWP course

Tools

Database Software

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Client:

Achieving for Children

Location:

Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Information

Achieving for Children is a Community Interest Company with a public sector ethos and a spirit of innovation. Owned by three local authorities (Windsor & Maidenhead, Kingston, and Richmond), we combine social enterprise freedoms with local government employment benefits. To learn more about us, visit our website.

We are recruiting 1 qualified Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP) or Child Wellbeing Practitioner (CWP) for our Richmond Mental Health Support Team.

Operational details:

• Location: Kingston and Richmond, Civic Offices, 44 York Street, TW1
• Type: Permanent, Full-time
• Salary: from £35,577 (SCP23) to £37,443 (SCP26)
• Hours: 36
• Closing Date: 07/09/2024

About the role

The post involves working within a service promoting a whole school approach to mental health and wellbeing, focusing on preventative work and early interventions for children and young people with mild to moderate anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. The role requires working with diverse backgrounds, utilizing interpreters as needed, and being committed to equal opportunities. The team provides access to supervision, peer support, and CPD opportunities.

For further information, contact Alix Diemont or Gina Skourti via email or to arrange an informal discussion.

About you

Ideal candidates will have:

• Completion of the HEE-commissioned 1-year EMHP or CWP course
• Experience working with children with social, emotional, or behavioral difficulties
• Experience delivering therapeutic interventions, such as guided self-help or time-limited therapy
• Knowledge of assessment tools and evaluating outcomes
• Skills in mental health assessments and therapeutic interventions
• Ability to conduct group parenting programs and work within educational settings to increase mental health awareness
• Risk assessment skills and good IT skills, including database use

Benefits

We offer a supportive environment, competitive salary, and flexible hybrid working. Benefits include:

• 29 days annual leave, increasing with service
• Tailored induction
• Local Government pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff discounts and benefits
• Career development opportunities

For more details, visit our website.

Additional information

Start dates: Successful candidates will join on set dates each month. Please prepare accordingly.

Right to work: Check the latest UK immigration guidelines for EU and non-EU workers.

Equality: We encourage applications from underrepresented communities and are committed to diversity and inclusion. We are a Disability Confident employer.

Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. This role requires a DBS check.

Further info: Meet Regina at Civic Centre, Twickenham, on the first Wednesday of each month.

We may close the vacancy early once sufficient applications are received. Apply promptly to avoid missing out.