Emotional Health and Wellbeing Practitioner

Join our passionate Foundation Learning Department as an Emotional Health and Wellbeing Practitioner, where you'll play a vital role in supporting learners with additional needs and barriers to education. This rewarding position focuses on promoting positive mental health, emotional resilience, and personal development in young people. You'll work closely with students and staff to provide targeted interventions and wellbeing strategies tailored to individual needs. If you're empathetic, proactive, and committed to inclusive education, we’d love to hear from you. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of learners at a crucial stage in their development.

We have an exciting opportunity at our City Centre Campus to join our Foundation Learning and Student Support Department as an Emotional Health and Wellbeing Practitioner on a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) basis.

Our City Centre campus is a flagship site in the heart of Manchester, offering cutting-edge facilities and a buzzing, creative atmosphere. Home to our Centre of Excellence for Creative and Digital Industries, it provides an inspiring setting for both staff and learners, with specialist studios, workshops, and collaborative spaces. With its central location and strong industry links, the campus is a hub for innovation, talent development, and real-world learning.

The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consists of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester’s learning provision and are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted. The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future.

Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development.

Benefits:

• 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• 3 well-being days per year.
• Significant pension contribution.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Role Responsibilities:

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience or qualification in Mental Health and Wellbeing, psychology, or social sciences.
• Hold Level 2 qualification in English and Maths.
• Experience of working with young people with mental health problems.
• Experience of liaison with a range of agencies.
• Experience of delivering services in a community setting.
• Experience of caseload management.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Skills and knowledge in using participatory young person ways of working.
• Understanding of the issues young people face and how this impacts on their mental health.
• Relevant experience of IT systems such as Microsoft packages.
• The ability to use assessment tools and outcome measures in collaboration with the young person.
• Experience of forming and maintaining appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with Young People and/or Vulnerable Adults.

Safeguarding:

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement:

At The Manchester College, we’re committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester’s and the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 05/03/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!