Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a School Therapist based in Temple Newsam Cluster Partnership (TNCP) on a part-time (19 hours), permanent basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of 32,440 to 40,530 per annum (pro rata).

Do you want to help make a difference to the lives of children and young people?

At Northpoint, we're building a future where every child and young person can access the mental health support they need to thrive. We're looking for a compassionate and skilled School Therapist to join our School Services Team in Temple Newsam Cluster Partnership (TNCP).


Our ideal candidate is someone who can deliver short-term, one-to-one therapeutic interventions for primary and secondary school pupils while collaborating closely with cluster teams, school staff, and local stakeholders to enhance emotional wellbeing and mental health outcomes.


Our offer to you:


35-hour full-time working week with hybrid options - giving you flexibility to balance work and home life Flexible working options, including hybrid arrangements, to help you balance work and home life 28 days holiday (pro rata) plus 3 extra days over Christmas Ongoing professional development Enhanced leave policies that support you when it matters most Opportunities to join peer support groups
Why choose Northpoint?


We're dedicated to providing a range of talking and digital therapies to children, young people, and adults across Yorkshire and the surrounding areas. Our core values; professionalism, responsiveness, collaboration, and transparency, guide everything we do.


We envision a world that supports good mental health for all. Our mission is to deliver effective mental healthcare and improve the mental health system in Yorkshire and beyond. With years of dedication, we've built a reputation for genuine expertise, trusted by both those who commission our services and those who seek our help.


We know that difference brings strength. Whoever you are, we want you to feel welcome, valued, and able to be yourself here.


What you'll do as our School Therapist:


Provide caring, one-to-one therapeutic support to children and young people in TNCP schools, helping them navigate emotional and mental health challenges. Work closely with school teams and partners to promote wellbeing, safeguard pupils, and contribute to the ongoing development of our support services.
What you'll bring as our School Therapist:


A recognised qualification in counselling, psychotherapy, or a related mental health field Experience providing therapeutic interventions to children or young people in educational or community settings A collaborative, communicative, and resilient approach, with a strong commitment to safeguarding children and young people and upholding Northpoint's values of professionalism, responsiveness, collaboration, and transparency.
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact as a School Therapist and be part of a team transforming mental health support for children and young people, we'd love to hear from you.


Closing date: 16 November 2025


Find out more about the TNCP cluster team here - The-Cluster-Team-Who-we-are-2025-WEBSITE-AND-COMMUNITY-VERSION.pdf


We review applications regularly and may close adverts early if we receive a high level of interest or find someone who's a great fit.


We may utilise digital interview methods.


We aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working/job share opportunities for both full and part-time staff.


We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.