Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP)

Job summary

An exciting position has arisen within our East Staffordshire Mental Health Support Team supporting schools in and around Uttoxeter. We are looking for an experienced & enthusiastic Education Mental Health Practitioner.

Youwill continue to build on the fantastic work carried out within your allocated schools. The role is varied & no two days are the same, you may be setting up and delivering group work & assemblies one day to delivering assessment & interventions the next, as well assupportingschools to develop their whole school approaches to mental health & wellbeing.

You will be skilled & experienced in conducting mental health assessments of children and young people (CYP) presenting with common mental health difficulties such as anxiety and low mood. You will conduct risk assessments & identify the right level of support for CYP you come into contact with.

Alongside the clinical aspect of your role, you will play an integral part in supporting schools with their whole school approaches. There is scope for creativity and opportunities to work alongside CYP & parents/carers to drive the whole school approach agenda.

This is an opportunity to be involved in an established team within the wider CAMHS structure, as a joint initiative between health & education. You will work across the Staffordshire locality as well as supporting other MHSTs across South Staffordshire. You will work deliver parent, staff well-being, 1:1 & group work sessions.

Main duties of the job

MPFT will offer a welcome bonus of 5% of first year salary- at 50% on commencement of employment and 50% following 12 months employment

We are passionate about investing in our practitioners and view the EMHP role as the beginning of a longer-term clinical career pathway.

As part of our commitment to high-quality clinical practice, successful candidates will benefit from:

• Comprehensive clinical supervision overseen by an experienced Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist.
• Monthly Clinical Skills Forums that bring together practitioners to enhance reflective practice, develop therapeutic competence, and strengthen clinical decision-making.
• Opportunities to deepen formulation and intervention skills through discussion of complex presentations, shared learning, and evidence-based practice.
• A supportive environment that encourages curiosity, innovation, and professional growth.
• Ongoing development of therapeutic skills across assessment, engagement, collaborative goal setting, behavioural interventions, and consultation work.
• A strong commitment to quality improvement and clinical excellence, ensuring that practice is informed by the latest evidence base and national recommendations.
• Opportunities to contribute to service development initiatives, resource creation, and projects that positively influence outcomes for children, young people, families, and educational settings.
• Benefit from opportunities to shadow CBT Therapists and Senior Clinicians, building confidence in evidence-based practice, expanding your clinical expertise, and gaining valuable exposure to specialist interventions that support progression within psychological professions

"We view the EMHP role as the beginning of a clinical career pathway rather than a destination role, and actively support practitioners to develop enhanced clinical, consultation, leadership and service development skills."

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Job responsibilities

For this role you must be a qualified Education Mental Health Practitioner & have obtained the relevant EMHP Post Graduate Diploma qualification following the completion of a CYP IAPT approved training in Evidence-Based Psychological Treatment for Children & Young People (C&Y IAPT).

For further information relating to this position please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn