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Trainee Education Mental Health Practitioner

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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

3d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Salford, +1

AI generated summary

  • You must complete the course for a permanent position, express work base preference, and help deliver mental health support to children and young people in education and healthcare.
  • You will deliver early mental health interventions, engage with children, collaborate with professionals, maintain records, support initiatives, and contribute to service evaluation in educational settings.

Requirements

  • A permanent position is available on successful completion of the course.
  • Please would you advise in your supporting information if you have a work base preference.
  • In line with the government’s priority to increase access and availability of mental health and wellbeing support for children and young people, the Education Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP) role is an exciting opportunity to deliver evidence-based early interventions for children and young people, working across both educational settings and healthcare sectors in England.
  • Please see attached detailed job description and person specification for full details of the role and requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver evidence-based early interventions for children and young people, working across both educational settings and healthcare sectors in England.
  • Work in a split post of three days clinical and two teaching days at their training site for 12 months.
  • Provide mental health support within mental health support teams (MHST).
  • Engage with children and young people to assess their needs and deliver appropriate interventions.
  • Collaborate with educational staff and healthcare professionals to promote mental health and wellbeing.
  • Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance professional skills and knowledge.
  • Contribute to the evaluation and improvement of services delivered by the MHST.
  • Support the implementation of mental health initiatives across educational settings.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with organizational policies and procedures.
  • Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure integrated care for children and young people.

FAQs

What is the start date for the Trainee Education Mental Health Practitioner position?

The start date is either August/September 2026 for the Prestwich Training Centre cohort or December/January 2026 for the Edge Hill University cohort.

Where will the successful candidates be based?

Candidates will be based in either Salford or North Manchester for the Prestwich Training Centre cohort, or Trafford or South Manchester for the Edge Hill University cohort.

What is the structure of the work schedule for this role?

The work schedule will consist of three clinical days and two teaching days at the training site over a 12-month period.

Is this position permanent?

Yes, a permanent position is available upon successful completion of the course.

What type of interventions will the EMHP role focus on?

The EMHP role will focus on delivering evidence-based early interventions for children and young people across educational settings and healthcare sectors.

How does this role contribute to the government's priorities?

This role aims to increase access and availability of mental health and wellbeing support for children and young people, addressing a key government priority.

What kind of organization is MFT?

MFT is England’s largest NHS Trust, creating an integrated health and social care system for one million patients annually, with a focus on collaborative working and transformation.

What innovative system has been introduced at MFT to improve clinical quality?

MFT has launched the Hive, a new Electronic Patient Record system, in September 2022 to enhance clinical quality, patient and staff experience, and operational effectiveness.

What opportunities for career development does MFT provide?

MFT fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent.

Who can I contact for more information about the role?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Vicki Dunham, Head of Early Intervention and Prevention, at vicki.dunham@mft.nhs.uk or by calling 0161 549 6451.

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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

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Mission & Purpose

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the UK, employing over 20,000 staff. We are responsible for running a family of nine hospitals across six separate sites, providing a wide range of services from comprehensive local general hospital care through to highly specialised regional and national services. We are the main provider of hospital care to approximately 750,000 people in Manchester and Trafford and the single biggest provider of specialised services in the North West of England. We are also the lead provider for a significant number of specialised services including Breast Care, Vascular, Cardiac, Respiratory, Urology Cancer, Paediatrics, Women’s Services, Ophthalmology and Genomic Medicine.