NHS
Education Mental Health Practitioner/Children's Wellbeing Practitioner
NHS, Colchester, Vermont, us, 05446
Education Mental Health Practitioner / Children's Wellbeing Practitioner
The closing date is 19 January 2026.
At
NELFT , we're proud to be the largest provider of Mental Health Support Teams (MHSTs) in England.
Our services across Southend, Essex, and Thurrock currently support over 150 schools , delivering vital mental health care to children and young people aged 4 to 18 .
Our MHSTs offer
evidence‑based individual and group interventions within educational settings, helping children manage
mild to moderate mental health challenges .
We are deeply committed to
whole‑school approaches that foster lasting, positive mental health outcomes across entire communities.
We’re growing — and we want you on our team.
Job Summary Our
North‑East MHST
is looking for passionate, qualified practitioners.
If you hold a qualification in one of the following, we’d love to hear from you:
Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP)
Children’s Well‑Being Practitioner (CWP)
Why Join Us
Early intervention & prevention
at the heart of everything we do
Friendly, inclusive culture
where your voice matters
Flexible working options
to support your work‑life balance
Ongoing CPD opportunities
to help you grow and thrive
A supportive environment
where we lift each other up and work together to improve mental health in our community
Main Duties of the Job As a practitioner, you’ll work
in close partnership with schools , helping children and young people (CYP) aged 4‑18 manage
mild to moderate mental health difficulties .
You will also support their families in building confidence and resilience through:
1:1 therapeutic sessions
Group interventions
Whole‑school mental health initiatives
What You’ll Be Doing
Delivering
evidence‑based interventions in primary, secondary, and higher education settings
Conducting
comprehensive assessments , including risk assessments, care plans, and reviews
Using
Routine Outcome Measures (ROMs) and clinical tools to guide and improve practice
Collaborating with schools to
map and plan service delivery
tailored to their needs
Working alongside fellow
EMHPs/CWPs and Senior Mental Health Practitioners to support your development
What We’re Looking For You will be a
qualified EMHP or CWP , confident in working independently within your scope of practice, and experienced in supporting CYP in educational environments.
You will bring compassion, clinical skill, and a collaborative spirit to everything you do.
You must be able to travel across Colchester, Clacton and Harwich (vehicle access required).
What We Offer
A supportive, multidisciplinary team
Opportunities for
Continual Professional Development (CPD)
Support to register with
BABCP or BPS
during your probationary period
Flexible working options to support your wellbeing
About Us Base: The nominated base for North East Essex is 900 The Crescent, Colchester.
This post requires the successful applicant to work agilely between NELFT sites and educational settings, with some travel around the county expected.
Our values 2025‑2030: We are kind. We are respectful. We work together with our communities.
These values help us strive to provide the best care by the best people.
Probationary Period This post is subject to a probationary period.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
Successful completion of either Education Mental Health Practitioner or CWP PgDip course.
Applicant can demonstrate they have applied for Wellbeing Practitioner registration with BABCP or BPS.
Desirable
Appropriate registration with either the BABCP or BPS as a Wellbeing Practitioner.
Experience Essential
Experience of the delivery of CBT‑informed therapeutic interventions to children, young people, or their families, including as a trainee.
Skills Essential
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Travel Essential
To be able to travel efficiently throughout the area.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificates of Sponsorship and Sponsorship Information Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Companies confirm eligibility under the UKVI points‑based system.
HCAS (High‑Cost Area Supplement) is not included when calculating the basic salary for sponsorship.
UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer Details Employer Name NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
Address 900 The Crescent, Highwoods, Colchester, CO4 9YQ
Employer’s Website https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/
Positions available: Full‑time, Part‑time, Job share, Flexible working
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At
NELFT , we're proud to be the largest provider of Mental Health Support Teams (MHSTs) in England.
Our services across Southend, Essex, and Thurrock currently support over 150 schools , delivering vital mental health care to children and young people aged 4 to 18 .
Our MHSTs offer
evidence‑based individual and group interventions within educational settings, helping children manage
mild to moderate mental health challenges .
We are deeply committed to
whole‑school approaches that foster lasting, positive mental health outcomes across entire communities.
We’re growing — and we want you on our team.
Job Summary Our
North‑East MHST
is looking for passionate, qualified practitioners.
If you hold a qualification in one of the following, we’d love to hear from you:
Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP)
Children’s Well‑Being Practitioner (CWP)
Why Join Us
Early intervention & prevention
at the heart of everything we do
Friendly, inclusive culture
where your voice matters
Flexible working options
to support your work‑life balance
Ongoing CPD opportunities
to help you grow and thrive
A supportive environment
where we lift each other up and work together to improve mental health in our community
Main Duties of the Job As a practitioner, you’ll work
in close partnership with schools , helping children and young people (CYP) aged 4‑18 manage
mild to moderate mental health difficulties .
You will also support their families in building confidence and resilience through:
1:1 therapeutic sessions
Group interventions
Whole‑school mental health initiatives
What You’ll Be Doing
Delivering
evidence‑based interventions in primary, secondary, and higher education settings
Conducting
comprehensive assessments , including risk assessments, care plans, and reviews
Using
Routine Outcome Measures (ROMs) and clinical tools to guide and improve practice
Collaborating with schools to
map and plan service delivery
tailored to their needs
Working alongside fellow
EMHPs/CWPs and Senior Mental Health Practitioners to support your development
What We’re Looking For You will be a
qualified EMHP or CWP , confident in working independently within your scope of practice, and experienced in supporting CYP in educational environments.
You will bring compassion, clinical skill, and a collaborative spirit to everything you do.
You must be able to travel across Colchester, Clacton and Harwich (vehicle access required).
What We Offer
A supportive, multidisciplinary team
Opportunities for
Continual Professional Development (CPD)
Support to register with
BABCP or BPS
during your probationary period
Flexible working options to support your wellbeing
About Us Base: The nominated base for North East Essex is 900 The Crescent, Colchester.
This post requires the successful applicant to work agilely between NELFT sites and educational settings, with some travel around the county expected.
Our values 2025‑2030: We are kind. We are respectful. We work together with our communities.
These values help us strive to provide the best care by the best people.
Probationary Period This post is subject to a probationary period.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
Successful completion of either Education Mental Health Practitioner or CWP PgDip course.
Applicant can demonstrate they have applied for Wellbeing Practitioner registration with BABCP or BPS.
Desirable
Appropriate registration with either the BABCP or BPS as a Wellbeing Practitioner.
Experience Essential
Experience of the delivery of CBT‑informed therapeutic interventions to children, young people, or their families, including as a trainee.
Skills Essential
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Travel Essential
To be able to travel efficiently throughout the area.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificates of Sponsorship and Sponsorship Information Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Companies confirm eligibility under the UKVI points‑based system.
HCAS (High‑Cost Area Supplement) is not included when calculating the basic salary for sponsorship.
UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer Details Employer Name NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
Address 900 The Crescent, Highwoods, Colchester, CO4 9YQ
Employer’s Website https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/
Positions available: Full‑time, Part‑time, Job share, Flexible working
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