We’re seeking an experienced mental health practitioner to work collaboratively with education settings, with children, young people and their families and the care community that support them.
The post-holder will undertake direct clinical work under supervision across a range of education settings to deliver high-quality, evidence-based early interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health needs.
We wish to appoint a mental health practitioner with the necessary skills, knowledge, and capabilities to work autonomously and responsibly within their scope of practice, alongside education colleagues.
Senior Practitioner
Company: Barnardo's
Salary: from £36,276 a year
Hours: Full-time
Location: Kendal
Working pattern: Field-based
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 4 Nov 2026
Closing date: 29 Nov 2026
Summary
We’re seeking an experienced mental health practitioner to work collaboratively with education settings, with children, young people and their families and the care community that support them.
The post-holder will undertake direct clinical work under supervision across a range of education settings to deliver high-quality, evidence-based early interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health needs.
We wish to appoint a mental health practitioner with the necessary skills, knowledge, and capabilities to work autonomously and responsibly within their scope of practice, alongside education colleagues.
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Senior Practitioner in Kendal employer: BARNARDOS
Barnardo's is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that prioritises flexibility and employee well-being. As a Strategic Finance Partner in Greater London, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's services while benefiting from professional growth and development within a supportive environment dedicated to improving the lives of young people.
