At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children's mental health through assessments and evidence-based interventions.
- Company: Join the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, a leader in mental health services.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience while making a difference in young people's lives.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that promotes wellbeing in schools and communities.
- Qualifications: EMHP postgraduate qualification and two years' experience required by January 2027.
The predicted salary is between 37035 - 45265 £ per year.
The Trainee Senior Wellbeing Practitioner post is in South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust’s Lewisham MHST. It combines focused assessment and evidence-based support for children and young people with mild to moderate mental health needs, with whole-school wellbeing work and supervision of EMHPs. The role spans education providers and includes consultation, signposting and family involvement; course teaching is scheduled at KCL’s Denmark Hill Campus from 29 January 2027.
Applicants need an EMHP postgraduate qualification, two years’ MHST experience by January 2027 and BPS or BABCP registration, and must apply separately to KCL.
What the job involves
- Manage a defined caseload, assessing and providing evidence-based interventions for children and young people with mild to moderate mental health difficulties and their families.
- Plan and deliver activities supporting whole-school or college approaches to mental health and wellbeing.
- Provide consultation, guided signposting and liaison with education settings and other services.
- Provide case management and clinical skills supervision to qualified and trainee EMHPs.
- Work across different education providers and encourage participation by young people, families, carers and school communities.
- Promote equity, diversity and inclusion and help create psychologically safe environments.
Qualifications
- CYP-IAPT postgraduate diploma or certificate as an Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP).
Registration & licences
- Professional registration with the BPS or BABCP.
Experience
- Two years’ post-qualification experience in an MHST by January 2027.
- Post-qualification work with children and young people with mild to moderate mental health needs and their families, using CBT or CBT-informed guided self-help.
- Practice in CYP mental health services, including assessment, risk assessment and management, ROMS, record keeping, case management and MDT work.
- Design and delivery of workshops, groups and interventions for CYP audiences.
- Experience providing culturally adapted interventions.
Skills & knowledge
- Knowledge of CYP mental health needs and relevant guidance and legislation, including child protection, information governance and GDPR.
- Ability to assess risk and respond appropriately, seeking support when needed.
- Ability to provide virtual and face-to-face interventions suited to the audience.
- Reflective practice and ability to make changes based on learning.
Nice to have
- Relevant CPD for work with CYP in schools or community settings, such as parenting interventions or Incredible Years training.
- Experience supervising junior staff or trainees.
- Experience working with children and young people with special educational needs and neurodivergence.
- Skills in teaching and supporting trainees.
- Knowledge of research, audit and quality improvement methods.
Trainee Senior Wellbeing Practice (SWP) employer: Bidvane
The Medical Centre is an exceptional employer for General Practitioners, offering a supportive work environment across two sites with a strong focus on patient-centred care. With flexible session options and a commitment to professional development, employees benefit from a collaborative team culture that values continuous learning and quality improvement. Located in a vibrant community, the practice provides unique opportunities to engage with diverse patient needs while enjoying the advantages of NHS pension and comprehensive employment benefits.
