At a Glance
- Tasks: Supervise and support trainee Children's Wellbeing Practitioners while delivering mental health support to young people.
- Company: Islington Community CAMHS, dedicated to improving children's mental health services.
- Benefits: Monthly learning sessions, supportive environment, and focus on equality and diversity.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team committed to professional growth and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in mental health support and supervision, with a passion for helping young people.
The predicted salary is between 27776 - 30354 £ per year.
The Children and Young People’s Improving Access to Psychological Therapies programme (CYP IAPT) is a service transformation programme delivered by Health Education England and partners that aims to improve existing children and young people’s mental health services (CYP MHS) working in the community.
Islington Community CAMHS provides an integrated multi‑disciplinary service for children and young people aged 0‑18 years. The Children’s Wellbeing Practitioner (CWP) Team is located within the Social Emotional Mental Health Pathway alongside CAMHS, Local Authority and 3rd Sector Mental Health Service providers. Referrals are received through a Central Point of Access. The postholder will work as a clinician in the CWP Team, collaborating with service leads to coordinate and develop the team, manage clinical caseloads, and provide intensive supervision.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise up to three trainee Children’s Well‑Being Practitioners (Band 4).
- Provide group and individual supervision and support trainees to complete CYP‑IAPT training.
- Deliver CBT‑informed guided self‑help for children and young people (2‑18 years) experiencing mild to moderate anxiety, low mood and behavioural problems across 1:1 work, group work and psycho‑educational workshops.
- Join CWPs in clinical sessions where appropriate and manage clinical caseload.
Equal Opportunity: We warmly welcome applications from all under‑represented groups and protected characteristics.
Benefits and Development: Monthly all‑staff Lunchtime Learning CPD sessions, BME forums and reflective spaces for staff who identify as ethnically marginalised and under‑represented. The service also provides an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Lead.
Contact for More Information: Lauren Hassan‑Leslie, CWP Team Manager
Phone: 020 3316 1824
Email: lauren.hassan1@nhs.net
Application Assistance: For assistance with the application process, contact lauren.hassan1@nhs.net.
Children's Wellbeing Practitioner (CWP) Supervisor employer: Whittington Health
Islington Community CAMHS is an exceptional employer dedicated to enhancing the mental health services for children and young people. With a strong focus on professional development, our team benefits from regular CPD sessions and supportive forums that promote equality and diversity. Working in a collaborative environment alongside various mental health service providers, employees have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing their careers in a nurturing and inclusive setting.
