Be part of a movement that’s making mental health support more accessible to children and young people in schools.
Location
Darlington, Durham, United Kingdom
Type
Full Time
Salary (£)
27,485 – 30,162 per year
About Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Trust
They are a trusted NHS organisation with a strong focus on improving wellbeing across communities. Their teams are dedicated to early intervention, helping children and young people build resilience and thrive in education. They believe that with the right support at the right time, young lives can be transformed.
Job details
Benefits
- Fully funded training programme with Northumbria University
- Gain graduate or postgraduate level qualification credits
- Band 4 salary during training with opportunity to move to Band 5 on accreditation
- Long term career growth within the NHS
- Supportive supervision and structured learning environment
Requirements
- Good Honours degree (Level 6) in a relevant subject
- Previous academic attainment in child development, wellbeing, or mental health
- Experience of working in a care setting with people in need
- Strong self-motivation and ability to study independently
- Knowledge of the educational system in England
- Confident communication and interpersonal skills
- Computer literacy and ability to use different learning methods
Salary Details
Salary is set at Band 4 during training. Upon successful completion of the programme and accreditation, the role will progress to Band 5 pay.
About the Role
This role is an entry point into a meaningful career in mental health. As a trainee educational mental health practitioner, you’ll provide early interventions to children and young people in schools. You’ll learn how to deliver evidence-based support while working directly with education staff and families. Training takes place at Northumbria University alongside practical work in schools across Darlington and Durham. The impact of your work will be felt in classrooms, playgrounds, and family homes, giving young people the tools they need to face challenges with confidence.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver evidence-based interventions that strengthen wellbeing for children and young people
- Work alongside schools and healthcare professionals to ensure consistent support across settings
- Build trusting relationships with families to help them engage in positive mental health practices
- Balance academic study with hands-on delivery, applying new skills directly in real settings
- Contribute to the wider mission of the NHS to improve mental health access in local communities
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service submission.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Equal Opportunity Statement
They are committed to equality and diversity, valuing the unique contribution each person brings. They encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities.
Employer Details
- Company Name: Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Trust
- Address: Darlington, Durham, United Kingdom
- Contact: Recruitment Team
Reference Number
TEWV-EMHP-0925
How To Apply
Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Apply today and take your first step toward a rewarding NHS career that changes lives.
Trainee Educational Mental Health Practitioner with Sponsorship in Darlington: Shape Young Lives, Apply Now
Be part of a movement that’s making mental health support more accessible to children and young people in schools.
Location
Darlington, Durham, United Kingdom
Type
Full Time
Salary (£)
27,485 – 30,162 per year
About Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Trust
They are a trusted NHS organisation with a strong focus on improving wellbeing across communities. Their teams are dedicated to early intervention, helping children and young people build resilience and thrive in education. They believe that with the right support at the right time, young lives can be transformed.
Job details
Benefits
- Fully funded training programme with Northumbria University
- Gain graduate or postgraduate level qualification credits
- Band 4 salary during training with opportunity to move to Band 5 on accreditation
- Long term career growth within the NHS
- Supportive supervision and structured learning environment
Requirements
- Good Honours degree (Level 6) in a relevant subject
- Previous academic attainment in child development, wellbeing, or mental health
- Experience of working in a care setting with people in need
- Strong self-motivation and ability to study independently
- Knowledge of the educational system in England
- Confident communication and interpersonal skills
- Computer literacy and ability to use different learning methods
Salary Details
Salary is set at Band 4 during training. Upon successful completion of the programme and accreditation, the role will progress to Band 5 pay.
About the Role
This role is an entry point into a meaningful career in mental health. As a trainee educational mental health practitioner, you’ll provide early interventions to children and young people in schools. You’ll learn how to deliver evidence-based support while working directly with education staff and families. Training takes place at Northumbria University alongside practical work in schools across Darlington and Durham. The impact of your work will be felt in classrooms, playgrounds, and family homes, giving young people the tools they need to face challenges with confidence.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver evidence-based interventions that strengthen wellbeing for children and young people
- Work alongside schools and healthcare professionals to ensure consistent support across settings
- Build trusting relationships with families to help them engage in positive mental health practices
- Balance academic study with hands-on delivery, applying new skills directly in real settings
- Contribute to the wider mission of the NHS to improve mental health access in local communities
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service submission.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Equal Opportunity Statement
They are committed to equality and diversity, valuing the unique contribution each person brings. They encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities.
Employer Details
- Company Name: Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Trust
- Address: Darlington, Durham, United Kingdom
- Contact: Recruitment Team
Reference Number
TEWV-EMHP-0925
How To Apply
Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Apply today and take your first step toward a rewarding NHS career that changes lives.
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