Wellbeing Practitioner

Aspire Recruitment; Oldham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspire Recruitment is seeking a Wellbeing Practitioner to support young people aged 16-19 (up to 25 with EHCP) across Oldham in the community and via home visits. You will deliver one-to-one and small group wellbeing support, using therapeutic approaches to improve mental health and resilience.

The role requires a Level 3 qualification, experience with therapeutic settings, strong planning and communication skills, and a willingness to travel locally.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Mental Health, Health & Social Care or Psychology.
• Experience supporting young people and families in a therapeutic or wellbeing setting.
• Strong assessment, planning and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and trauma-informed approaches.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Willingness to travel across the local area.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one.
• Access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one and small group wellbeing support to young people.
• Use creative and therapeutic approaches to improve mental health and resilience.
• Assess needs and develop personalised support plans.
• Work collaboratively with families, schools and external agencies.
• Encourage engagement with services that support progression into education, employment or training.
• Maintain accurate records and safeguarding best practice.

Skills

Assessment skills

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Wellbeing Practitioner

Across Oldham

£30,514.77

3 days per week, Temporary (Mat Leave Cover)

Job Description:

Are you passionate about supporting young people to improve their mental health, wellbeing and future prospects? We are recruiting a Wellbeing Practitioner to work with young people across Oldham based in the community and with home visit, providing tailored support that helps them build confidence, resilience and the skills needed to achieve positive outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team focused on empowering young people aged 16-19 (up to 25 with an EHCP) to overcome barriers and progress into education, employment or training.

The role involves:

• Delivering one-to-one and small group wellbeing support to young people.
• Using creative and therapeutic approaches to improve mental health and resilience.
• Assessing needs and developing personalised support plans.
• Working collaboratively with families, schools and external agencies.
• Encouraging engagement with services that support progression into education, employment and training.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring safeguarding best practice.

You'll need:

• A Level 3 qualification in a relevant field such as Mental Health, Health & Social Care or Psychology.
• Experience supporting young people and families in a therapeutic or wellbeing setting.
• Strong assessment, planning and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches and safeguarding practices.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A flexible approach and willingness to travel across the local area.
• An Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
• Access to your own vehicle

Equality, diversity and inclusion:

Aspire Recruitment is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.