At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with young people through assemblies and workshops, both in-person and online.
- Company: Join Kooth, a mission-driven leader in digital mental health support.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, generous leave, professional development, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to inclusivity and safeguarding.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's mental health while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Strong presentation skills and experience in youth engagement or community work.
The predicted salary is between 28860 - 28860 £ per year.
Location: Hybrid | North West-based, predominantly covering Merseyside with secondary support for Greater Manchester as needed.
About Us: Kooth is a fast-growing, mission-driven organisation transforming access to digital mental health support across the UK and US. Our mission is to create welcoming, accessible spaces for personalised mental health care that helps young people thrive. With 25 years of experience, Kooth has become a trusted leader in digital mental health, working alongside the NHS, government partners, and local communities to make high-quality support more accessible to young people.
What We’re Looking For: The Kooth Engagement Lead is responsible for driving awareness, uptake, and sustained usage of Soluna by Kooth (for children and young people) and Qwell (for adults, where applicable). Operating through a blended approach of face-to-face and virtual-first community engagement, this role acts as the dedicated Engagement Lead for specific contracted areas, while also collaborating flexibly across local, regional, and national levels.
How You’ll Make an Impact:
- Direct Youth Outreach (In-Person & Virtual Delivery): Plan and deliver engaging, high-impact in-person assemblies and workshops directly to children and young people across secondary schools, colleges, and higher education settings.
- Professional, Referrer & System Integration: Build strong relationships with key healthcare and community referrers via site visits, virtual presentations, and self-serve toolkits.
- Webinar Support, Events & Strategic Alignment: Co-host or support national and regional webinars for young people, parents/carers, educators, and healthcare professionals.
- Practice Development & Team Collaboration: Contribute to practice development groups by trialling innovative in-person and virtual delivery methods.
- CRM & Operational Excellence: Maintain up-to-date, accurate records of all outreach visits, virtual meetings, and contact sourcing in CRM and designated internal tracking tools.
Requirements:
- Proven ability to deliver engaging presentations, assemblies, and workshops both in a live face-to-face setting and via online platforms.
- Understanding of the UK education system, youth work, NHS primary care structures, or community mental health care pathways.
- Outstanding communication skills with a track record of building rapport quickly with young people, educators, and healthcare professionals.
Desirable:
- FE qualification in teaching, youth work, marketing, sales, or equivalent field experience.
- Understanding of safeguarding protocols, digital health platforms, or NHS/Local Authority commissioning structures.
Benefits:
- Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 28 days of annual leave, in addition to public holidays.
- Professional Development: Benefit from yearly professional training programmes tailored to your career aspirations.
- Health and Well-being: Comprehensive AXA Health Insurance or Cash Plan provided by Healthshield.
- Flexible Working: Embrace the flexibility of remote working.
At Kooth, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and embraces the unique contributions of every individual.
Kooth Engagement Lead (Face-to-Face & Virtual) in Nottingham employer: Kooth plc
Kooth PLC is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional development. With flexible working arrangements, generous annual leave, and comprehensive health benefits, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact on the mental health of young people across the UK. Join us in a role that not only provides competitive compensation but also fosters growth and inclusivity within a rapidly expanding organisation dedicated to social purpose.
