Help young minds thrive as a Mental Health Practitioner in Cambridge with Sponsorship, Apply Now

Location
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Type
Permanent, Full-time with flexible working options

Salary (£)
£29,970 to £36,483 per year

About Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust
Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, they’re all about high-quality care that lets people live healthier lives closer to home. Their secret? An amazing team that’s been rated top in the national staff survey seven years running. If you’re passionate about making a real difference, this could be your chance to grow with a team that values innovation and staff development.

Job details

Benefits

• Flexible working to help you balance work and life
• Ongoing training with opportunities for professional growth
• Supportive team environment where new ideas are encouraged
• Pension scheme and generous annual leave
• Career pathways with clear progression routes

Requirements

• Qualified Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP) with HEE certification
• Experience working with children, young people, and families
• Skills in delivering therapeutic interventions like CBT
• Ability to assess risk and keep clear, accurate records
• Willingness to travel to schools across the area

Salary Details
Band 5, £29,970 to £36,483 per year, with pay progression based on experience.

About the Role
You’ll join the Mental Health Support Team (MHST) in Cambridge, working across schools to provide early interventions for young people facing mild to moderate mental health challenges. Think anxiety, low mood, or behavioural issues. Your work will help shape a whole-school approach to wellbeing, making sure every child gets the support they need to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based interventions to children, young people, and families, helping them manage mental health challenges
• Work with schools to promote mental health awareness and create supportive environments
• Keep detailed records and use data to improve services
• Attend multidisciplinary meetings to ensure the best outcomes for young people
• Stay up-to-date with training and best practices in mental health support

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Equal Opportunity Statement
They welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust
• Address: Brookfields Health Centre, Seymour Street, Cambridge, CB1 3UG
• Contact: For questions, reach out to the hiring team via their careers page.

Reference Number
448-CCYP-7181586-A

How To Apply
Ready to make a difference? Apply today—this role won’t stay open long. They’re looking for someone who’s as passionate about young people’s mental health as they are. Could that be you?