Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP) Hambleton & Richmond(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

Role Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and innovative mental health service dedicated to supporting children and young people at an early stage—before challenges escalate.

Working as part of the Wellbeing in Mind team, you will play a key role in delivering accessible, school-based mental health support across Hambleton and Richmond. These teams are part of a national initiative to strengthen early intervention services by connecting education settings with NHS mental health care.

 Your Contribution

Your role will be balanced across three main areas:

1. Promoting Whole-School Wellbeing

• Support schools and colleges in developing mental health strategies
• Contribute to wellbeing policies and awareness initiatives
• Deliver workshops, assemblies, and PSHE-related sessions

2. Supporting School Staff

• Offer practical advice and consultation to teachers and staff
• Help build confidence in managing student wellbeing concerns
• Provide both structured and informal guidance

3. Direct Support for Young People

• Carry out mental health assessments within education settings
• Deliver low-intensity psychological interventions (mainly CBT-based)
• Work with individuals and small groups, including parents when appropriate
• Each of these areas forms an equal part of your workload, creating a varied and rewarding role.

 Essential Qualifications

• Completion of a Postgraduate EMHP qualification (HEE-approved or BPS-accredited)
• Registration with British Psychological Society or British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies
• Trained within the CYP IAPT Low Intensity programme

 Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting children and young people with emotional or mental health difficulties
• Ability to deliver low-intensity CBT interventions effectively
• Experience working within educational settings
• Strong report writing and communication skills
• Ability to manage workload independently
• Competence in risk assessment and safeguarding practices
• Confidence in building therapeutic relationships

 Practical Requirements

• Ability to travel independently across Hambleton & Richmond
• Access to a suitable vehicle for work purposes
• Adjustments can be considered under the Equality Act 2010

About the Organisation

You will be part of Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust, a leading provider of mental health and learning disability services across the North of England. The Trust is committed to compassionate care, innovation, and working closely with communities to improve wellbeing outcomes.

Visa Sponsorship & UK Requirements

• Skilled Worker visa sponsorship is available for eligible candidates
• Applicants must meet UK immigration and professional registration requirements

Helpful official resources:

• UK Visas and Immigration 
• Skilled Worker visa guidance
• Criminal record checks for overseas applicants
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
• NHS Careers information

 Compliance & Safeguarding

• This role requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act
• Applicants must hold valid UK professional registration

 Why Join This Role?

This position offers a unique chance to make a real difference in young people’s lives by working at the intersection of education and mental health. You’ll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team focused on early support, prevention, and long-term wellbeing.