Youth Mental Health & Wellbeing Practitioner

The Manchester College; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A major educational institution in Manchester is hiring an Emotional Health and Wellbeing Practitioner. This full-time role focuses on supporting learners with additional needs, promoting positive mental health, and tailoring interventions according to individuals' needs. Candidates should have at least NVQ level 3 in Mental Health and experience working with young people. The position offers attractive benefits, including 35 days of annual leave and a competitive pension scheme.

Benefits

35 days paid annual leave

3 well-being days per year

Significant pension contribution

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience of working with young people with mental health problems.
• Experience of liaising with a range of agencies.
• Experience of delivering services in a community setting.

Responsibilities

• Support learners with additional needs and barriers to education.
• Promote positive mental health and emotional resilience.
• Provide targeted interventions and wellbeing strategies.

Skills

Communication skills

Experience with young people

Knowledge in mental health

Teamwork

Caseload management

IT skills

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Mental Health and Wellbeing, psychology, or social sciences

Level 2 qualification in English and Maths

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A major educational institution in Manchester is hiring an Emotional Health and Wellbeing Practitioner. This full-time role focuses on supporting learners with additional needs, promoting positive mental health, and tailoring interventions according to individuals' needs. Candidates should have at least NVQ level 3 in Mental Health and experience working with young people. The position offers attractive benefits, including 35 days of annual leave and a competitive pension scheme.