Lead Education Mental Health Practitioner

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Salford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust's Salford Thrive in Education MHST invites applications for a Mental Health Practitioner. You will work autonomously within education settings to deliver CBT-informed interventions for mild to moderate difficulties in children and young people, collaborating with families and carers.

Based in Salford and connected to a wider trust, you will liaise with schools and partner agencies, participate in supervision, and contribute to service development while

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality mental health support to children and young people and involve families and carers.
• Carry out needs‑led assessments and provide therapeutic interventions.
• Provide consultation to schools and support Whole-School Approach to mental health.
• Take lead on identified service projects.

Job description

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust's Salford Thrive in Education MHST invites applications for a Mental Health Practitioner. You will work autonomously within education settings to deliver CBT-informed interventions for mild to moderate difficulties in children and young people, collaborating with families and carers.

Based in Salford and connected to a wider trust, you will liaise with schools and partner agencies, participate in supervision, and contribute to service development while