Our Assistant Education Mental Health Practitioner will work within a team to deliver whole school approach activities in schools across Barnsley. This includes delivering workshops and assemblies designed around supporting the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people in Barnsley.
Compass Be Mental Health Support Teams (MHSTs) and Specialist Team ensure Children and Young People (CYP) access the right help, at the right time, in the right setting. MHSTs will remove duplication and avoid CYP/families being bounced in between services.
Compass has a successful track record in early intervention health and wellbeing services for children and young people. We use a wide range of creative and dynamic methods of engagement, including digital interventions, across community and educational settings.
Adopting a values-based approach is at the heart of what we do; through collaboration and coproduction with stakeholders, our services continually evolve, directing resources based on evidenced need. We are incredibly excited and proud to be a trusted MHST provider enabling us to develop innovative methods to make a real difference to the lives of children, young people, and families in Barnsley.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will have had a minimum of one year post qualification experience working with children, young people, and families. They will have an understanding of mental health and emotional wellbeing issues that affect children, and an understanding of child development and behaviours. The post holder will be confident in delivering workshops in classroom and assembly settings, and also able to build strong working relationships in education settings. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments individuals may require in the recruitment process, on commencement, or once in post. About us
Compass is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Established for over 30 years, Compass is a national charity which works in communities across the UK providing services spanning substance misuse treatment and rehabilitation, early interventions for vulnerable young people, school-aged health programmes, and associated prevention as well as treatment and health promotion initiatives. All Compass posts are subject to appropriate level DBS checks. We positively encourage applications from all members of the community, regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, age, or sexual orientation, and encourage applications from people who have experiences in life which enrich skills and empathy. This is part of our commitment to equality and developing a truly inclusive and representative workforce. Benefits
We offer a range of benefits including: 27 days holiday + bank holidays, rising to 32 days over time (pro rata) Life assurance at 2 x basic salary Competitive contributory pension scheme 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and OH service Excellent learning & development opportunities and career progression Annual performance/salary review Help us to make a positive change to the lives of children and young people! Job summary
Our Assistant Education Mental Health Practitioner will work within a team to deliver whole school approach activities in schools across Barnsley. This includes delivering workshops and assemblies designed around supporting the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people in Barnsley. Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will have had a minimum of one year post qualification experience working with children, young people, and families. They will have an understanding of mental health and emotional wellbeing issues that affect children, and an understanding of child development and behaviours. The post holder will be confident in delivering workshops in classroom and assembly settings, and also able to build strong working relationships in education settings. Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
BTEC higher diploma or foundation degree in relevant field or equivalent skills/knowledge and experience Desirable
Experience of working in an education settings Experience
Essential
Understanding of mental health and emotional wellbeing issues that affect children, young people, and their families Child development and understanding behaviours Safeguarding children and adults guidance and legislation Confidentiality, consent, and mental capacity Data Protection guidance and legislation Minimum of one year of post qualification experience of working with children, young people, and families Delivery of mental health/wellbeing advice and support to children, young people, and their families Additional Criteria
Essential
Ability to learn in a variety of settings and using a variety of learning methods Computer literate Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent time management and organisational skills Access to own transport or evidence of ability to commute efficiently between community venues. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website. Employer details
Employer name
Compass Address
Chilypep, YMCA Building 1st Floor, 1 Blucher Street Barnsley South Yorkshire S70 1AP Employer's website
https://www.compass-uk.org/
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The successful candidate will have had a minimum of one year post qualification experience working with children, young people, and families. They will have an understanding of mental health and emotional wellbeing issues that affect children, and an understanding of child development and behaviours. The post holder will be confident in delivering workshops in classroom and assembly settings, and also able to build strong working relationships in education settings. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments individuals may require in the recruitment process, on commencement, or once in post. About us
Compass is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Established for over 30 years, Compass is a national charity which works in communities across the UK providing services spanning substance misuse treatment and rehabilitation, early interventions for vulnerable young people, school-aged health programmes, and associated prevention as well as treatment and health promotion initiatives. All Compass posts are subject to appropriate level DBS checks. We positively encourage applications from all members of the community, regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, age, or sexual orientation, and encourage applications from people who have experiences in life which enrich skills and empathy. This is part of our commitment to equality and developing a truly inclusive and representative workforce. Benefits
We offer a range of benefits including: 27 days holiday + bank holidays, rising to 32 days over time (pro rata) Life assurance at 2 x basic salary Competitive contributory pension scheme 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and OH service Excellent learning & development opportunities and career progression Annual performance/salary review Help us to make a positive change to the lives of children and young people! Job summary
Our Assistant Education Mental Health Practitioner will work within a team to deliver whole school approach activities in schools across Barnsley. This includes delivering workshops and assemblies designed around supporting the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people in Barnsley. Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will have had a minimum of one year post qualification experience working with children, young people, and families. They will have an understanding of mental health and emotional wellbeing issues that affect children, and an understanding of child development and behaviours. The post holder will be confident in delivering workshops in classroom and assembly settings, and also able to build strong working relationships in education settings. Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
BTEC higher diploma or foundation degree in relevant field or equivalent skills/knowledge and experience Desirable
Experience of working in an education settings Experience
Essential
Understanding of mental health and emotional wellbeing issues that affect children, young people, and their families Child development and understanding behaviours Safeguarding children and adults guidance and legislation Confidentiality, consent, and mental capacity Data Protection guidance and legislation Minimum of one year of post qualification experience of working with children, young people, and families Delivery of mental health/wellbeing advice and support to children, young people, and their families Additional Criteria
Essential
Ability to learn in a variety of settings and using a variety of learning methods Computer literate Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent time management and organisational skills Access to own transport or evidence of ability to commute efficiently between community venues. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website. Employer details
Employer name
Compass Address
Chilypep, YMCA Building 1st Floor, 1 Blucher Street Barnsley South Yorkshire S70 1AP Employer's website
https://www.compass-uk.org/
#J-18808-Ljbffr
