Mental Health Practitioner

National health service; New Gate; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass is recruiting a compassionate Mental Health Practitioner to support children and young people in educational settings across Central & West Lancashire. You will deliver therapeutic interventions, work with families and schools, and help shape early support with safeguarding and risk management at the forefront.

The role emphasizes collaboration, reflective practice and ongoing professional growth within a forward‑thinking team.

Qualifications

• Hold EMHP, CYP IAPT, SW or RMN qualification.
• Experience delivering 1-to-1 therapeutic interventions with children and families.
• Ability to assess mental health, evaluate risk and take action.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge in education settings.
• Experience with children facing emotional/behavioural needs; anxiety or mood disorders.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills; team oriented.
• Teaching degree or Youth MH First Aid is helpful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Join us as a Mental Health Practitioner in educational settings.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions and support for children and young people.
• Collaborate with schools, families and multi‑agency partners to improve outcomes.
• Assess risk, safeguarding and provide effective communication and care.

Skills

EMHP

CYP IAPT

Registered Social Worker

Registered Mental Health Nurse

1-to-1 therapy

Tools

Safeguarding

Risk assessment

Job description

Job summaryEmpowering young minds & changing futures.You`re someone who cares deeply about making a differencenot just for today, but for a young person`s entire future.You bring a blend of clinical expertise, compassion, &creativity, ready to meet children & young people where they are & help them move forward with confidence.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing service in Central & West Lancashire, where your impact will help shape & develop support for children & young people.You`ll need to be a qualified Mental Health Practitioner, confident in using therapeutic interventions like CBT or solution-focused techniques, & experienced in working with children, young people & families, especially those facing emotional or behavioural challenges. But it`s not just about what you know, it`s how you connect. You`re a natural collaborator, able to build trusted relationships with schools, families & multi-agency partners, & you
understand the power of early support in educational settings. Safeguarding, risk management & communication come naturally to you, not as tick boxes, but as vital tools for building trust & safety.You`re reflective, adaptable & committed to learning, with the drive to grow professionally & the values to guide others through difficult moments with hope & respect.If you`re excited by the chance to work in an amazing supportive, forward-thinking team & to use your skills to help children & young people thrive - we`d love to hear from you.Person Specification, Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameCompassAddressUnit 8, Balfour CourtOff Hough LaneLeylandLancashirePR25 2TFUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameCompassAddressUnit 8, Balfour CourtOff Hough LaneLeylandLancashirePR25 2TFUnited KingdomEmployer's website
in educational settings. Safeguarding, risk management, & communication come naturally to you, not as tick boxes, but as vital tools for building trust & safety.You`re reflective, adaptable & committed to learning, with the drive to grow professionally & the values to guide others through difficult moments with hope & respect.If you`re excited by the chance to work in an amazing supportive, forward-thinking team & to use your skills to help children & young people thrive - we`d love to hear from you.Main duties of the jobWe are looking for a compassionate, motivated and skilled professional to join us as a Mental Health Practitioner. You will be passionate about improving mental health outcomes for children and young people, thrive in collaborative environments and be ready to make a real difference in educational settings.Essential Criteria Hold a relevant qualification such as EMHP, CYP IAPT, Registered Social Worker or Registered Mental Health Nurse Experience
delivering 1 to 1 therapeutic interventions with children, families and groups, including parenting programmes Ability to assess mental health, evaluate risk and take appropriate action Strong understanding of safeguarding, education settings and capacity and consent, including Gillick competence Experience supporting children with social, emotional or behavioural needs, including anxiety and mood disorders Excellent communication and organisational skills with a proactive and team focused approach Additional qualifications such as a teaching degree or Youth Mental Health First Aid are helpful but not essential. Experience in education or healthcare settings, working with vulnerable groups and delivering group interventions would strengthen your you are an Education Mental Health Practitioner, we would also love to see an application and welcome you to be part of a growing service where you can make a lasting difference.About usCompass is committed to, Reference number733-3Job locationsUnit 8, Balfour CourtOff Hough LaneLeylandLancashirePR25 2TFUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesEmpowering young minds & changing futures.You`re someone who cares deeply about making a differencenot just for today, but for a young person`s entire future.You bring a blend of clinical expertise, compassion, &creativity, ready to meet children & young people where they are & help them move forward with confidence.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing service in Central & West Lancashire, where your impact will help shape & develop support for children & young people.You`ll need to be a qualified Mental Health Practitioner, confident in using therapeutic interventions like CBT or solution-focused techniques, & experienced in working with children, young people & families, especially those facing emotional or behavioural challenges. But it`s not just about what you know, it`s how you connect.
You`re a natural collaborator, able to build trusted relationships with schools, families & multi-agency partners, & you understand the power of early support in educational settings. Safeguarding, risk management & communication come naturally to you, not as tick boxes, but as vital tools for building trust & safety.You`re reflective, adaptable & committed to learning, with the drive to grow professionally & the values to guide others through difficult moments with hope & respect.If you`re excited by the chance to work in an amazing supportive, forward-thinking team & to use your skills to help children & young people thrive - we`d love to hear from you.