Senior Education Mental Health Leader

NHS; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Houghton-le-Spring is seeking a Senior Education Mental Health Practitioner to support children's mental health in educational settings. This role involves delivering low-intensity therapeutic interventions and working closely with schools to promote emotional wellbeing. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience in mental health, providing support to children, young people, and their families. Competitive salary and benefits are offered in this rewarding position.

Qualifications

• Qualified Education Mental Health Practitioner (Post‑Grad Diploma in Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing in Education).
• Registered with an appropriate governing body as an Educational Mental Health Practitioner.
• Significant experience working as an EMHP within an MHST.

Responsibilities

• Support children and young people in education settings by delivering therapeutic interventions.
• Deliver evidence‑based group programmes of low‑level and preventative support for children.
• Champion specialist areas of interest within MHST.

Skills

Knowledge of universal and specialist child mental health service provision

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Proven organisational skills

Ability to engage vulnerable populations

Ability to work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team

Education

Post‑Grad Diploma in Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing in Education

Recognised EMHP supervision qualification

Job description

A healthcare organization in Houghton-le-Spring is seeking a Senior Education Mental Health Practitioner to support children's mental health in educational settings. This role involves delivering low-intensity therapeutic interventions and working closely with schools to promote emotional wellbeing. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience in mental health, providing support to children, young people, and their families. Competitive salary and benefits are offered in this rewarding position.