Job Description

Do you have experience working with children and young people in a school setting?
Are you interested in developing a career in mental health services?
The Bath and North East Somerset (B&NES) team is seeks an individual to join us as a Trainee Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP)!
We are looking for candidates who have experience of working directly with children and young people (CYP) through a school setting or service provided to CYP. The ideal candidate will be committed to enhancing the lives of CYP. A degree is not a prerequisite for this position. Please refer to the attached information document for further details.
The Mental Health Support Team (MHST) provides Cognitive Behavioural Therapy interventions to children, young people, and their parents/carers. This MHST also delivers groups, workshops and assemblies to schools, staff, and parents/carers.
Currently, B&NES offers our support to 43 schools across the region. As a Trainee EMHP, you will receive support to meet the requirements of the University course and develop into a proficient and confident practitioner. You will be assigned several schools, but travel across the B&NES area will be necessary to fulfil the role's responsibilities.
Prospective candidates are strongly recommended to read the attached MHST information document, which contains detailed information about the role, the MHST, and frequently asked questions.
Main duties of the job
In this role, you will train to deliver evidence-based interventions for children and young people in education settings with mild to moderate mental health problems. This will be through 1:1 interventions, parent led interventions, groups, workshops, and assemblies. You will work in collaboration with other EMHP's / CWP's to deliver groups, workshops assemblies and staff training.
You will work closely with the school/college mental health leads to develop a Whole School and College Approach to mental health and wellbeing within your allocated schools.
Your training year will be focused on attending University and developing your intervention skills in the MHST, working in schools when you are not at University. You will need to meet the entry requirements for the University course, detailed in the attached FAQs.
Through the course, you will be supported to build your skills to deliver 1:1 and group interventions to children, young people and caregivers within education establishments, under expert supervision. You will also learn about and support with the Whole School and college Approach to mental health and wellbeing.
You will be required to successfully complete the Mental Health Practice in Education Settings training with the University of Exeter as either a post graduate or undergraduate. On successful completion of the EMHP training course, you will be able to apply for a permanent band 5 position in the team.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Details
Date posted
20 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
27,485 to 30,162 a year per annum | pro-rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
267-OC7213450
Job locations
BANES MHST CAMHS
Temple House
Keynsham
BS31 1HA
Job description
Job responsibilities
The University course is delivered by the University of Exeter, with 40% in person and 60% online. A remote option maybe considered by the University, you therefore must be able to travel to Exeter when required by the University.
In previous years, Face to Face teaching has been 1-3 times a week during the six months of University teaching. There is also an expectation that private study will be conducted during study days and potentially outside of working hours.
Please see attached job description and further information document for full details or contact Ceri Webb, Clinical Team Manager for more information. Job description
Job responsibilities
The University course is delivered by the University of Exeter, with 40% in person and 60% online. A remote option maybe considered by the University, you therefore must be able to travel to Exeter when required by the University.
In previous years, Face to Face teaching has been 1-3 times a week during the six months of University teaching. There is also an expectation that private study will be conducted during study days and potentially outside of working hours.
Please see attached job description and further information document for full details or contact Ceri Webb, Clinical Team Manager for more information.
Person Specification
Knowledge/
Essential

• Knowledge of CYP development and the role of family in supporting children and young peoples emotional wellbeing gained through academic study in child development, child wellbeing or mental health
• Knowledge of the educational system in England
• understanding of MHSTs role in supporting Children and young people

Desirable

• Demonstrate an understanding of common mental health problems experienced by children and young people.
• Understanding why it is essential to use evidence based interventions where possible.

Qualifications
Essential

• Good solid basic literacy and numeracy qualifications at a minimum of level 2
• Education to Honours degree level to 2:2 or above / proven successful study at Level 5 or successful part completion of an Honours degree - Level 6

Skills
Essential

• Ability to study as a self-motivated learner who can formulate their own progress towards learning objectives and negotiate pathways to achievement with supervisory teams
• Ability to learn in a variety of settings and using a variety of learning methods

Experience
Essential

• Experience of working with children and young people

Desirable

• Experience of working with Children and young people with mental health difficulties
• Experience of working towards agreed targets and demonstrating outcomes

Travel
Essential

• Able to travel to meet the requirements of the post

Personal qualities
Essential

• Ability to manage conflicting demands under pressure
• Excellent time management and organisational skills

Person Specification
Knowledge/
Essential

• Knowledge of CYP development and the role of family in supporting children and young peoples emotional wellbeing gained through academic study in child development, child wellbeing or mental health
• Knowledge of the educational system in England
• understanding of MHSTs role in supporting Children and young people

Desirable

• Demonstrate an understanding of common mental health problems experienced by children and young people.
• Understanding why it is essential to use evidence based interventions where possible.

Qualifications
Essential

• Good solid basic literacy and numeracy qualifications at a minimum of level 2
• Education to Honours degree level to 2:2 or above / proven successful study at Level 5 or successful part completion of an Honours degree - Level 6

Skills
Essential

• Ability to study as a self-motivated learner who can formulate their own progress towards learning objectives and negotiate pathways to achievement with supervisory teams
• Ability to learn in a variety of settings and using a variety of learning methods

Experience
Essential

• Experience of working with children and young people

Desirable

• Experience of working with Children and young people with mental health difficulties
• Experience of working towards agreed targets and demonstrating outcomes

Travel
Essential

• Able to travel to meet the requirements of the post

Personal qualities
Essential

• Ability to manage conflicting demands under pressure
• Excellent time management and organisational skills

Skills Required