Mental Health & Wellbeing Lead
Make a Meaningful Difference to Young People’s Lives
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Mental Health & Wellbeing Lead to oversee the delivery of a specialist wellbeing programme supporting young people through early intervention, therapeutic support, and targeted mental health provision.
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified professional who is passionate about promoting positive mental health outcomes and creating supportive environments where young people feel safe, valued, and empowered.
The Role
As Mental Health & Wellbeing Lead, you will be responsible for leading and coordinating a specialist mental health programme, ensuring high-quality support is delivered to young people in a safe, inclusive, and person-centred way. You will work collaboratively with therapeutic providers, stakeholders, support staff, and external agencies to ensure the best possible outcomes for participants.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the delivery and organisation of a specialist mental health and wellbeing programme.
- Build positive, trusting relationships with young people from a range of backgrounds.
- Work closely with therapeutic partners and support staff to ensure effective programme delivery.
- Liaise with stakeholders, partner organisations, and referring agencies.
- Promote awareness of the programme within the wider community.
- Provide guidance and oversight to wellbeing support staff.
- Conduct initial assessments where appropriate and contribute to individual support planning.
- Monitor, record, and evaluate outcomes to measure impact and progress.
- Ensure safeguarding concerns are identified, managed appropriately, and referred when necessary.
- Maintain accurate records in line with GDPR, professional standards, and ethical practice.
- Participate in supervision, professional development, team meetings, and case reviews.
Essential Qualifications
- Recognised counselling qualification (Level 4 Diploma, Foundation Degree, BA Hons, Postgraduate Diploma, MSc or equivalent).
- Qualification in counselling children and young people.
- Accreditation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) or equivalent professional body.
Essential Experience, Skills and Knowledge
- Experience of working directly with young people aged 11–16.
- Strong understanding of mental health and wellbeing needs affecting young people.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
- Awareness of challenges facing vulnerable children, young people, and families, including disadvantage, poverty, disability, and neurodiversity.
- Excellent communication, listening, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Strong written, administrative, and IT skills, with experience maintaining accurate case records.
Desirable
- Experience within mental health, early intervention, or wellbeing services.
- Experience supporting young people presenting with complex emotional or mental health needs.
- Additional training or experience related to suicide prevention.
We Are Looking For Someone Who
- Is passionate about improving outcomes for young people.
- Demonstrates empathy, professionalism, and resilience.
- Can respond flexibly to individual needs and changing circumstances.
- Is committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and best practice.
- Values collaboration and a person-centred approach to support.
If you are dedicated to promoting positive mental health and empowering young people to thrive, we would love to hear from you.
Mental Health & Well Being Lead in Basingstoke employer: Pink Tile Education
Pink Tile Education is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture in Portsmouth. With a focus on making a meaningful impact in the lives of children with special educational needs, employees benefit from competitive pay, ongoing training opportunities, and a fulfilling career path in education. Join us to be part of a team that values dedication and compassion in shaping the future of our students.
