Education Mental Health Support Worker Trainee Role with Sponsorship | Start Your Journey in Worcester | Apply Now

Location
Worcester and Hereford, United Kingdom

Type
Fixed Term – 12 months

Salary (£)
27,485 to 30,162 per year

About Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust is all about early support, community care, and mental health done right. Their Wellbeing and Emotional Support Teams (WEST) are growing, and with that comes a powerful opportunity to be part of something that genuinely changes young lives. They believe in learning together, working closely across schools and communities, and making care feel human again. This is where ambition meets purpose.

Job details

Benefits

• Supportive work environment with full supervision and peer learning
• Immediate start jobs UK with full-time university placement included
• Flexible working hours during weekdays only
• Pathway to career growth with transition to Band 5 upon successful completion
• NHS pension scheme and 27 days of leave plus bank holidays
• Access to wellbeing programmes and inclusive staff networks

Requirements

• Strong grasp of basic literacy and numeracy, minimum Level 2
• Commitment to the academic demands of formal training
• Confidence learning through various methods and tools
• Familiarity with child development or mental health through study or experience
• Excellent time management and emotional resilience
• Able to travel between educational sites across Worcestershire and Herefordshire

Salary Details

This training role starts at Band 4, offering 27,485 to 30,162 per year, increasing upon qualification.

About the Role

This role is all about making early interventions count. As an Education Mental Health Support Worker Trainee, you’ll help children and young people aged 5 to 18 tackle life’s mental health struggles early, right inside their schools.

You’ll be trained in delivering low intensity CBT interventions, support school staff to spot mental health issues, and work alongside families to co-create care plans. It’s a hands-on role that mixes study, teamwork, and real-world change. And the best part? If you finish the training and register with the governing body, you’ll shift into a permanent Band 5 role with greater responsibility and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver CBT-based support in schools under clinical supervision
• Assess mental health risks and support safe care planning
• Collaborate with parents, carers, and school staff on intervention plans
• Keep detailed records to guide progress and decision-making
• Participate in regular team meetings and peer reviews
• Balance training demands while contributing to real care outcomes

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A DBS check is required before starting.

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

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust is committed to creating a space where everyone is welcome. They’re proud to support equal opportunity, encourage diversity, and help their people thrive in a setting that values lived experience and authenticity.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
• Address: 2 Kings Court, Charles Hastings Way, Worcester WR5 1JR and St. Owens Chambers, 22 St. Owen Street, Hereford HR1 2PL
• Contact: Nyarai Majuru – n.majuru@nhs.net – 07436281988

Reference Number
C9798-1496

How To Apply
Ready to turn your passion for mental health into a career? Apply now and join a team making early help possible for young people.