Educational Mental Health Practitioner – School-Based CBT

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust; Hetton-le-Hole; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare trust is seeking qualified Educational Mental Health Practitioners to support children’s mental health across schools in South Tyneside and Sunderland. The role includes delivering evidence-based interventions and providing training to educational staff. Ideal candidates must hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing Studies, with registration to relevant professional bodies encouraged. This position is a unique opportunity for those passionate about improving children's mental well-being in educational settings.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Access to high-quality training and support

Fitness Centre amenities

Qualifications

• Must be qualified as an Education Mental Health Practitioner.
• Registered with appropriate governing body like BABCP/BPS.
• Must have experience in delivering low-intensity psychological interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based interventions to children and families.
• Work collaboratively with schools to promote mental health.
• Deliver training and support to other education professionals.

Skills

Knowledge of universal and specialist children's mental health service provision

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Proven organisational skills

Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Ability to engage vulnerable populations

Education

Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing Studies in the Education Environment

Additional postgraduate qualification in Child and Adolescent Mental Health

Job description

A regional healthcare trust is seeking qualified Educational Mental Health Practitioners to support children’s mental health across schools in South Tyneside and Sunderland. The role includes delivering evidence-based interventions and providing training to educational staff. Ideal candidates must hold a Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing Studies, with registration to relevant professional bodies encouraged. This position is a unique opportunity for those passionate about improving children's mental well-being in educational settings.