Senior Education Mental Health Leader – East Suffolk

NHS; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization is seeking a Senior Education Mental Health Practitioner to work within a supportive team in Ipswich. The role focuses on providing mental health services to children and young people through early intervention. Candidates from various backgrounds such as nursing, social work, or occupational therapy are encouraged to apply, provided they have relevant qualifications and experience. This is a full-time position with a strong emphasis on supervision and professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience of screening, assessing and treatment prescribing.
• Experience of delivering training and developing others.

Responsibilities

• Support and provide high-quality service to children experiencing mental health difficulties.
• Supervise Education Mental Health Practitioners and Trainee EMHPs.
• Implement whole school/college approaches to mental health.

Skills

Outcome measurement for clinical and audit purposes

Education

Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner qualification

Relevant degree (e.g., Psychology)

Accreditation with BABCP or equivalent

Job description

A prominent healthcare organization is seeking a Senior Education Mental Health Practitioner to work within a supportive team in Ipswich. The role focuses on providing mental health services to children and young people through early intervention. Candidates from various backgrounds such as nursing, social work, or occupational therapy are encouraged to apply, provided they have relevant qualifications and experience. This is a full-time position with a strong emphasis on supervision and professional development.