Trainee Education Mental Health Practitioner

Overview

Trainee Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP) role with Compass Bloom (MHST). You will join a Mental Health Support Team (MHST) to shape how schools and colleges support the emotional wellbeing of children and young people aged 5 to 19. This is a funded training position that combines study with practical school-based experience.

You’ll study part time for a fully funded Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Practice in Education Settings (Level 7), delivered remotely by Edge Hill University. Alongside this, you’ll gain hands-on experience in local schools, working with children and young people who are experiencing issues such as anxiety, low mood, emotional regulation, relationship challenges and adjusting to change.

With full supervision and support, you will deliver low-intensity, evidence-based interventions, contribute to assessments and planning, and help embed a Whole School Approach to emotional wellbeing. You’ll work in partnership with school staff, families and other professionals to help young people feel heard, understood and supported.

Salary starts at £25,419 during training and increases to £31,962 (Band E) upon successful qualification.

If you believe every young person deserves someone in their corner, and you are ready to build your future in children’s mental health, this is where it begins.

About You

You believe in the power of early support, and you want to help young people feel safe, seen and understood in school. You bring warmth, integrity and a calm, reliable presence even when things are tough. You are looking for more than just a job. You want to grow, challenge yourself and be part of something that matters.

You will need :

• At least two years of experience working with children, young people or families
• A good understanding of the education system in England
• Ability to study at degree level and manage university learning alongside working
• Level 2 qualifications in English and maths
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive and self motivated approach to learning
• Excellent time management and organisation
• Confidence using IT and digital tools
• Access to a car and a full UK driving licence (unless this is not possible due to disability, in which case we are happy to talk through alternatives)

You might also bring experience in youth work, education, mentoring or mental health support. Most importantly, you bring a values-driven mindset and a real desire to help young people thrive.

You are not just starting a job. You are starting a journey that can change lives, including your own. If you’re onboard, let’s talk.

About Us

Compass is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Established for over 30 years, Compass is a national charity which works in communities across the UK providing services spanning substance misuse treatment and rehabilitation, early interventions for vulnerable young people, school-aged health programmes and related prevention as well as treatment and health promotion initiatives.

All Compass posts are subject to appropriate level DBS checks. We positively encourage applications from all members of the community, regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, age, or sexual orientation, and encourage applications from people who have experiences in life which enrich skills and empathy. This is part of our commitment to equality and developing a truly inclusive and representative workforce. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments individuals may require in the recruitment process, on commencement, or once in post.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits including :

Interviews on : 16 October. Due to the large number of applications we may close this job early; please submit your application as soon as you can.

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