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Educational Mental Health Practitioner

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
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Location
Salary
£31,049 - £37,796 per annum
Profession
Nurse practitioner
Grade
Band 5
Deadline
03 Mar 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
17 Feb 2026

Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an Educational Mental Health Practitioners to join the East County Durham Mental Health Support Team.

EMHPs have  a key role as members of the  Mental Health Support Team, who have the responsibility for delivering schools’ overarching approach to providing mental health and well-being support for children and young people.

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Main duties of the job

EMHPs have the responsibility for delivering evidence-based intervention for children and young people in education settings with mild to moderate mental health problems.

To support and facilitate staff in education settings to identify and where appropriate manage issues related to mental health and wellbeing.

Work in effective, evidence-based partnership with children, young people, their families and their educators in the development of plans for the intervention and agreed outcomes.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

Additional contact details: - Claire Houghton, Team Manager, [email protected], 07342702300.