At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide mental health support to children and young people in schools and colleges.
- Company: Leading community-based organisation focused on mental health support across London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, learning opportunities, and employee assistance programme.
- Other info: Join a supportive team dedicated to empowering communities and enhancing mental health.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified Education Mental Health Practitioner with experience in educational settings.
The predicted salary is between 33670 - 33670 £ per year.
You will
The post holder will provide preventative, evidence-based mental health support to children and young people with mild to moderate needs.
You will work collaboratively within schools and colleges to enhance positive mental health and improve access to specialist services when needed.
- Deliver evidence-based interventions.
- Conduct therapeutic assessments and manage a caseload effectively.
- Support rapid access to specialist services for those with more severe needs.
- Contribute to delivering a wide variety of psychoeducational workshops to children, young people, parents/carers and school staff as part of the whole-school approach to mental health.
- Attend regular 1:1 and group supervision to maintain the highest standards of professional practice and continued learning.
- Empower school staff to identify and manage mental health concerns.
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to service evaluation.
- Attend multi-agency meetings and support transitions in education/employment.
- Develop clinical and training materials in collaboration with the wider team.
You are
- A qualified Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP)
- this is an essential requirement for the role.
- Highly motivated, with the ability to organise and prioritise your own workload.
- Experienced in working within educational settings.
- Aware of, and have a strong understanding of, safeguarding and risk management procedures.
- Committed to inclusive, values-based practice.
- An excellent communicator with strong organisational and teamwork skills.
- Able and willing to work across schools, colleges, the office and from home as required by the service.
About us
We are a leading community-based organisation dedicated to providing outstanding mental health support and clinical interventions across London.
Our experienced, clinically led teams are focused on directly addressing a range of mental health needs in our communities.
We have decades of local community knowledge and a record of empowering people to live the life they choose.
- £33,670 per annum
- Hours
- 37.5
- Hybrid-working if nature of role permits
- Learning and development opportunities
- Cycle to work scheme (interest free lone paid back 12 months period)
- Employee Assistance Programme A 24-hour helpline from Health Assured to support you through any of life’s issues or problems
- Free eye test
- Interest free loan, those in financial hardship
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Educational Mental Health Practitioner employer: Allkind Mental Health and Wellbeing
Allkind Mental Health and Wellbeing is an exceptional employer that prioritises the voices of young people in shaping mental health services. With a strong commitment to employee development, a supportive work culture, and the flexibility of hybrid working, we ensure our team members thrive both personally and professionally. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying comprehensive wellness support and growth opportunities in a vibrant community-focused environment.
Contact Details:
Allkind Mental Health and Wellbeing Recruitment Team
