Educational Mental Health Practitioner(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

About the Role

This is a great opportunity for a qualified Educational Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP) to join the Piece of Mind Team, part of the Mental Health Support Team (MHST) in Darlington.

You’ll be working at the frontline of early intervention, supporting children and young people within schools and colleges. The role focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing and providing timely support for those experiencing mild to moderate mental health challenges.

 What You’ll Be Doing

 Direct Support to Children & Young People

• Deliver structured, evidence-based 1:1 mental health interventions
  Carry out assessments and identify appropriate support needs
  Manage and respond to risk, ensuring safety and wellbeing

Working Within Education Settings

• Support school staff in identifying and managing mental health concerns
  Promote awareness of emotional wellbeing across school communities
  Deliver group-based interventions, including parenting programmes

 Collaborative Working

• Work closely with children, families, teachers, and other professionals
  Develop tailored care plans with clear goals and outcomes
  Contribute to a whole-school approach to mental health support

 About the Organisation

You’ll be part of Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust, a leading provider of mental health and learning disability services across the North East and North Yorkshire.

The Trust is committed to:

• Delivering compassionate, person-centred care
  Supporting recovery and resilience in communities
  Building strong partnerships with schools, families, and local services
  Encouraging innovation and continuous improvement

 What You’ll Need

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (BSc Hons or equivalent)
Completion of a Health Education England-approved EMHP Postgraduate Diploma

 Experience & Skills

• Experience delivering therapeutic interventions to children and young people
  Ability to conduct mental health assessments and manage risk appropriately
  Confidence delivering group programmes (e.g. parenting support)
  Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  Ability to work effectively within school environments

 Desirable

• Additional training or CPD in child and adolescent mental health
  Experience providing training to school staff

 Personal Attributes

• Empathetic and approachable
  Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
  Committed to promoting recovery, resilience, and wellbeing
  Able to communicate effectively with diverse groups

 Important Information

This role requires an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check
Skilled Worker visa sponsorship may be available for eligible candidates
Overseas applicants may need to provide a criminal record certificate