SEMH Practitioners (7923)

Norfolk County Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking local authority dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families. As an SEMH Practitioner, you'll be part of a dynamic team, providing direct support in schools and collaborating with families. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people while enjoying flexible working options and a competitive salary. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for passionate individuals looking to contribute to meaningful change in their community.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Health and Wellbeing services

Flexible working options

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee discounts

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience working with children, families, and school staff.
• Relevant qualifications in social work or education.

Responsibilities

• Direct intervention work with children and young people in schools.
• Consultation with families and school staff.
• Observation and assessment.

Skills

Resilience

Flexibility

Confidence

Experience with children and families

Education

Relevant qualifications in social work or education

Job description

Job Description

SEMH Practitioners | 7923 | permanent contracts | 37 hours per week, term time plus one week per year | £33,366 to £35,235 per annum pro rata | Grade H | Countywide

We are seeking to recruit Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Practitioners in our SEND and Inclusion Service, as part of Educational Psychology and Specialist Support (EPSS).

You will join a team contributing to the delivery of Children’s Services' new SEND and Inclusion model, supporting the Local First inclusion (LFI) Strategy, core statutory duties (e.g., contributing to Annual Reviews of EHC Plans), and supporting Norfolk’s SRBs and SHIPs.

You will have relevant qualifications and demonstrable experience working successfully with children, families, and school staff. The team works across primary and secondary phases; a willingness to work across all age ranges is preferable.

Your Role Will Involve

1. Direct intervention work with groups/individual children and young people in schools
2. Consultation with families and school staff
3. Observation and assessment
4. Participation in meetings related to the SEND and Inclusion model (e.g., Team Around the School Meetings)
5. Delivering training

You will need to be resilient, flexible, and confident. Your activities will involve direct work in schools and remote working from home, supported by a strong team based across Norfolk.

If you meet the qualifications and experience requirements and want to help improve outcomes for children, young people, and families across Norfolk, please apply.

Our work spans schools across the county, with office bases in Norwich, Kings Lynn, and Great Yarmouth.

For an informal discussion, contact:

Caroline Hall, SEMH Team Leader: [e-mail]

Carrie Miller, Senior Adviser - Specialist Teaching and Learning: [e-mail]

Additional Information

Before applying, read the full Job Description and Person Specification to demonstrate your suitability.

Benefits of working for Norfolk County Council include:

• Competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Health and Wellbeing services, including physiotherapy and counselling
• Flexible working options: flexi-time, part-time, remote, and hybrid working
• Financial benefits such as employee discounts, Blue Light card, relocation expenses, and more
• Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions, life assurance, and dependants’ pensions
• Tax-efficient schemes for pensions and bikes
• Green travel options via car lease schemes
• Referral bonuses for hard-to-fill roles

See our Terms and Conditions here.

Existing Norfolk County Council employees

Use your @norfolk.gov.uk or @nccal.ac.uk email to view and apply for vacancies in myOracle.

Note: Priority may be given to current employees at risk due to restructure or in redeployment.

Redeployment closing date: 07 May 2025

Other applications closing date: 01 June 2025

Interviews will be held on 12 June 2025.

About Norfolk

Norfolk boasts beautiful coastlines, the Broads, vibrant market towns, and a city rich in culture. Our economy is growing, driven by innovation in energy and food sectors, with ambitious plans for housing and school development. We are the main local authority serving over 850,000 residents, committed to high-quality, efficient, and innovative services in partnership with local organizations.