Job Description

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All applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included.

Applicants also need to submit an application for the Diploma in Child Wellbeing Practice directly with KCL. Further details about the

course

and

application process

are linked.

Please note the closing date is 19th October 2025 however we may close the advert early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised.

Mind and Body Kent are looking to recruit Trainee Children Wellbeing Practitioners (CWP) to continue to improve children and young people's mental health services in Kent. The training forms part of the service transformation initiative delivered by NHS England as part of the Children and Young People's Psychological Trainings (CYP-PT) programme.

This is a fixed-term training position and the post holders will undertake training at Kings College London alongside working in service. You will be taught to deliver evidence based guided self-help interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties. You will also use your newly developed skills to support children and young people who are referred into the service. Trainees will receive supervision to support their professional development.

Please note: The position will be predominantly home-based with occasional travel to our Faversham service. Successful candidates will be expected to travel to London, on a weekly basis, for teaching during the training year.

The contract end date is 31st December 2026.

Applicants will need to be ready to start work in early/mid-January 2026 and posts cannot be offered to candidates unless they can guarantee this start date.

Provisional Interview dates: 3rd and 4th November

Training commences: 19th January 2026

Information Sharing

Please be aware that by applying for this position, you give your consent for your application information to be shared between our organisation and Kings College London as the education partner.

Visa Requirements

These roles are funded by Health Education England. However, applicants must be able to demonstrate they have the correct visa-support that allows them to continue to work for a minimum of two years post graduation. Please ensure that your visa meets this requirement before applying. WithYou are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

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Company Benefits

28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave

2 days paid volunteer leave per year

Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme

Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands

Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing

We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a 500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a 500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable if your recommended friend completes their 6 months probation period

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Essential Skills

A minimum of a second class Bachelor's degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard in a relevant subject (e.g. psychology)

Evidence of working with children and young people with mental health difficulties

Demonstrable experience of carrying out risk assessments within scope of practice

Demonstrable understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this role

Knowledge of child protection issues and other relevant legislation

High standards in written and verbal communication

Ability to work under pressure and foster good working relationships

Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively

Ability to carry out the academic requirements of the role

As these roles are funded by Health Education England, candidates would not be eligible for funding if they have already received prior NHS-funding within the last 2 years. Please note this includes if you have started but not finished a course.

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About Us

WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to more than 100,000 people every year experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol and mental health across England and Scotland.

Our name reflects who we are - a positive place where people can progress, connect with others and get friendly, expert help in a way that's right for them.

Our staff team changes lives. If you're passionate about helping people get the support they need for issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health, we'd love to hear from you.

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Creating an Inclusive Environment

As an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our vision of a future where everyone lives a life free from the harm associated with drugs and alcohol. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans.


As part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates that are veterans and meet all the essential criteria for a role. With You is also a Disability Confident Employer and we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with a disability and meet all the essential criteria for a role.


If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.