School-Based Mental Health Practitioner — Empower Youth

Compass; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated mental health charity in Birmingham is seeking an Education Mental Health Practitioner. In this rewarding role, you will support children and young people in schools, providing evidence-based interventions for their mental health needs. You'll also advise teachers and engage with families to foster a school-wide approach to emotional wellbeing. Applicants need relevant qualifications and experience in therapeutic work, and the ability to travel between school sites. This is an opportunity to grow your skills and create meaningful change in young lives.

Benefits

27 days holiday + bank holidays

Life assurance at 2 x basic salary

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience delivering therapeutic interventions such as CBT or solution focused work.
• Knowledge of safeguarding frameworks, including Gillick competence.
• Experience working in an education or health setting with young people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based support for pupils with mild to moderate mental health needs.
• Advise teachers and support families on emotional health.
• Be part of the school's wider wellbeing culture.

Skills

Therapeutic interventions

Strong communication skills

Managing risk

Education

Recognised qualification as an Education Mental Health Practitioner

Job description

A dedicated mental health charity in Birmingham is seeking an Education Mental Health Practitioner. In this rewarding role, you will support children and young people in schools, providing evidence-based interventions for their mental health needs. You'll also advise teachers and engage with families to foster a school-wide approach to emotional wellbeing. Applicants need relevant qualifications and experience in therapeutic work, and the ability to travel between school sites. This is an opportunity to grow your skills and create meaningful change in young lives.