Overview

As an autonomous EMHP you will play a key part in the delivery of high-quality service provision that promotes and improves the mental health and well-being of children and young people, their families, and carers. In a school-based team you will provide direct intervention for young people presenting with mild/moderate mental health difficulties within professional practice guidelines and a structured supervision framework. The post holder will be required to adapt to and undertake different or new duties in line with professional and service developments.Responsibilities

Practice within the MHST national framework, providing assessments and interventions for children, young people and parents/carers in education settings.Support schools and education providers to develop whole-settings approaches to emotional health and wellbeing.Provide advice, consultation, support and training to services to ensure appropriate interventions are identified to address young people’s mental health difficulties.As a senior member of the team, contribute to the development of team projects, supervise junior members of staff/trainees and act as a representative for the team at community and partnership meetings.About the employer

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of over £3bn. We are creating an exceptional integrated health and social care system, bringing together 10 hospitals and community services from across Manchester, Trafford and beyond, and fostering collaborative working and transformation. The organisation supports digital enablement through Hive, our Electronic Patient Record system, and is a major academic Research Centre and Education provider with a Green Plan for sustainability.Culture and opportunities

We create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, and strive to protect your health and well-being while shaping the future of our organisation together.Candidate information

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. Read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’ alongside the Job Description and Person Specification for details about the Trust, our benefits and how we care for you as you care for others. This document also contains critical information to be aware of before you submit an application form.Diversity and equal opportunity

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity, and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team atresourcing@mft.nhs.uk.We’re looking forward to hearing from you!This advert closes on Thursday 18 Sep 2025

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