Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP)

Role:               Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP)

Based:            The Northeast – roles in Newcastle and Gateshead

Rate:                   £18 - 21 ph (depending on experience)

Start Date:      ASAP – Aug/ Sept 2025

Duration:        11 months - until July 2026

Hours:             Full Time and Part Time Positions Available

Are you passionate about supporting young people’s mental health and wellbeing?

Do you want to make a real difference in schools and communities across the Northeast and make a lasting impact on Young Lives?

Our client, a leading national children’s charity, is seeking several qualified Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP) to join their dynamic and compassionate team.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering mental health support programme in educational settings, working directly with children, young people, school staff and parents/ carers to promote emotional wellbeing and early intervention.

About the Role

As an EMHP, you will deliver evidence-based interventions to children and young people with mild to moderate mental health difficulties, working closely with families, school staff, and other professionals.

You’ll also contribute to whole-school approaches to mental health, provide workshops, and help shape supportive environments where every child can thrive.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering outcome focused, evidenced based interventions in education settings for children and young people (aged 5-18) experiencing mild to moderate emotional well-being and mental health issues
• Working collaboratively with school staff and other professionals to support mental health initiatives and to ensure better access to mental health support
• Supporting whole-school approaches through training, psychoeducation, and workshops
• Contributing to the ongoing development and evaluation of the programme
• Working in partnership with children, young people, parents/carers, families and educators in supporting the self-management of presenting issues

Essential Requirements for the role:

• Qualified as an Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP) or Children’s Wellbeing Practitioner (CWP)
• Experienced in working with children and young people
• Confident working in school or educational settings
• Committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and empowering young people
• Able to build trusted relationships with children, families, and professionals

Benefits of working with our client:

• Be part of a passionate, child-centred team making a national impact
• Access ongoing training, supervision, and professional development
• Work in a flexible, supportive environment that values your wellbeing
• Help shape a brighter, healthier future for children and young people across the UK

For more information, please call the team on (phone number removed) and ask to speak to Ria or email her your CV at (url removed)

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