Assistant Education Mental Health Practitioner
| Posting date: | 04 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £20,610.00 to £23,763.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £20610.00 - £23763.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 July 2025 |
| Location: | Barnsley, S70 1AP |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | B0139-25-0059 |
Summary
Be the person who helps young people feel seen, safe and supported when it matters most. As an Assistant Education Mental Health Practitioner, you`ll play a key role in our Mental Health Support Team (MHST), collaborating with schools and education settings to deliver innovative interventions. Working with children and young people with mild to moderate mental health needs, you`ll help them develop the tools and confidence to thrive. You`ll deliver evidence-based activities, from individual appointments to group sessions, under the guidance of experienced practitioners. Contributing to the Whole School Approach, you`ll facilitate sessions such as workshops and assemblies while promoting public health initiatives. By creating and sharing tailored resources, you`ll make mental health support accessible and meaningful. Building strong relationships with schools, families, and partner agencies will be essential, as will maintaining accurate records to support effective decision-making. You`ll be part of a supportive team, dedicated to transforming lives and fostering emotional wellbeing for children and young people This is a 12 month contract over 30 hours a week during Term Time Only. Join us to grow professionally, contribute to a transformative mission, and ensure no child feels alone in their mental health journey. Make a difference and apply today!