Job Description

Permanent | Full-time



We're looking for a passionate Senior Clinical Specialist to join our growing Healthy Minds Mental Health Support Team (MHST) in Sheffield. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver innovative, school-based mental health support focused on early intervention, prevention, and trauma-informed care.



You'll help transform mental health provision in education, working within a nationally recognised and multidisciplinary CAMHS service. The MHST supports 50% of mainstream schools in Sheffield, with a clear goal of full citywide coverage by 2029.

About You:

A registerable mental health qualification, such as RMN, Social Worker, Psychotherapist, or Family Therapist



Strong clinical experience in child and adolescent mental health



Skilled at applying psychological models to complex cases and systems, with confidence in leading clinical projects



Excels in multi-agency environments, balancing strategic oversight with hands-on delivery



Committed to trauma-informed practice, service improvement, and innovation in school-based mental health



Reporting into the Clinical Lead (Healthy Minds), your responsibilities will include:



Provide clinical leadership to ensure high-quality, evidence-based delivery of the Mental Health Support Team.



Lead a multidisciplinary team, working with schools to embed whole-school wellbeing approaches.



Deliver supervision, consultation, and training across sectors, while undertaking direct clinical work with children and young people.



Apply psychological theory to develop tailored interventions, and lead on service development and workforce training in collaboration with educational partners.

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear:

to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.



We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.



We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.



Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.



As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.



We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.



For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.



Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is 12.60 per hour.



Diversity Statement



At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.



Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net . Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs.



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