Part-Time School-Based Mental Health Practitioner (CBT)

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust; Hereford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in the UK seeks a qualified Educational Mental Health Practitioner to join their Wellbeing & Emotional Support Teams. The part-time role focuses on delivering low-intensity CBT interventions to children and young people in various schools while promoting mental health awareness. Candidates should have experience in child health services and hold relevant qualifications. This position offers flexible working opportunities, generous leave, and a comprehensive NHS pension.

Benefits

27 days leave plus bank holidays

Generous NHS pension

Flexible working opportunities

Health and wellbeing opportunities

Qualifications

• 12-month minimum post registration experience in child health or mental health care.
• Experience of delivery of specific therapeutic interventions to children.
• Experience of working with children and families in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver low intensity CBT interventions in schools.
• Manage a caseload of patients and complete relevant documentation.
• Work closely with families, school staff, and other professionals.

Skills

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively

Basic IT competency

Ability to challenge poor behaviour

Education

Successful completion of the HEE commissioned 1yr Education Mental Health Practitioner course

Current registration with relevant professional body (BPS/BABCP)

Specific qualification in a relevant therapeutic specialty

Job description

A healthcare service provider in the UK seeks a qualified Educational Mental Health Practitioner to join their Wellbeing & Emotional Support Teams. The part-time role focuses on delivering low-intensity CBT interventions to children and young people in various schools while promoting mental health awareness. Candidates should have experience in child health services and hold relevant qualifications. This position offers flexible working opportunities, generous leave, and a comprehensive NHS pension.