Education Mental Health Practitioner / Children’s Wellbeing Practitioner (i at East Sussex County Council

Lewes, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jun, 26

Salary

29398.0

Posted On

23 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supporting Children And Young People, Mental Health Support, Evidence-Based Interventions, Individual Interventions, Group Interventions, Collaboration, Stakeholder Engagement, Whole-School Support, Signposting, Postgraduate Study, Supervision, Relationship Building, Travel Requirements

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Ready to launch a career in supporting children and young people with their mental health? If you’re passionate about supporting children and young people and want to grow your skills in a role that makes a difference to children and young peoples wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you. Join Me & My Mind, our Mental Health Support Teams (MHSTs) and become part of an ambitious, supportive service improving mental health and wellbeing in schools across East Sussex. This is a unique opportunity to train as an Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP), combining hands-on experience with fully funded postgraduate-level training delivered by the University of Sussex. As a trainee EMHP, you will learn, under supportive supervision, how to deliver evidence-based early interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties within education settings. You will: * Deliver individual and group interventions in schools and colleges. * Work collaboratively with young people, parents/carers, and education staff. * Support schools in identifying and managing mental health needs at a whole-school level. * Help signpost and facilitate access to specialist services when needed. * Participate fully in academic and practice-based learning with the University of Sussex. This role combines practical experience (3–4 days per week) with postgraduate study (1 day per week). You’ll be fully supported through supervision, practice tutoring, and structured development opportunities. This role includes fully funded, nationally recognised postgraduate-level training with the University of Sussex, supporting you to develop specialist skills in evidence-based interventions for children and young people. Training time is protected, and you’ll receive both academic and practice-based supervision. What we're looking for: * A Level 6 qualification (e.g., degree-level or equivalent). * Ability to build trusting, respectful relationships with children, young people, and families. * Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, school leaders, families, and multi-agency partners. * Ability to participate in postgraduate study and work effectively under supervision. * A full driving licence or ability to meet the travel requirements of a countywide role. To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests. This is a countywide role, and places will be allocated upon job offer. We cannot guarantee your chosen base. On application, please indicate your preferred base: * County Hall, Lewes * St Mary’s, Eastbourne * Cavendish House, Hastings Please download the Job Description and Person Specification [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/cs/groups/public/documents/document/yta4/mjiw/~edisp/ucmfa08220186.docx] for more information. For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/10005] and our statement on the use of AI [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/23001]. Interviews will be held in-person, at County Hall, Lewes on the following dates; Thursday 30 April 2026 Wednesday 06 May 2026 Thursday 07 May 2026 Wednesday 13 May 2026 Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/10009] for details. Why Join Us? * Shape the mental health and wellbeing of children across East Sussex. * Gain a nationally recognised qualification while working. * Join a supportive, multidisciplinary team committed to learning and development. * Make a meaningful difference every day. We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page. [https://fa-euru-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/External/pages/11003/?lastSelectedFacet=ORGANIZATIONS&selectedOrganizationsFacet=300000013436159] For more information, contact mhst.info@eastsussex.gov.uk [mhst.info@eastsussex.gov.uk] to arrange an informal call with a Team Manager. For excellent training and development, choose East Sussex! Additional Information This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record [https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record]. Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad. Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only. If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role. For further information please go to https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas [https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas] If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.

Responsibilities

Trainees will learn to deliver evidence-based early interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties within educational settings, involving both individual and group sessions. Responsibilities also include collaborating with various stakeholders and supporting schools in identifying and managing mental health needs at a whole-school level.