Job summary
Training salary 23,730 p.a. following successful completion of the Post Graduate Diploma salary will rise to Band E 28,395 35,126 p.a.
Compass is delighted to have been selected as a new provider of Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) in education settings in Birmingham. We are implementing 4 new MHSTs in North and NE Birmingham and we are recruiting our final trainee EMHP to join us at the start of 2024 to deliver evidence-based, high-quality and responsive services to meet the mental health and emotional wellbeing needs of children, young people and families (CYPF). These are highly sought after roles and candidates thinking of applying will need to be available to commence induction on 02 January 2024 and post-graduate training later in the same month.
If you have a keen interest in and enthusiasm for a career in CYPF early intervention mental health services this could be the first step; undertaking specialist training in low intensity cognitive behavioural therapy whilst working in practice to deliver positive outcomes with CYPF in a supportive, innovative and committed team.
Trainee EMHPs will be undertaking a year in supported part-time study at Exeter University (remote) developing skills and building confidence in mental health practice and supporting schools to enhance the approach to emotional wellbeing alongside working in the team to develop and deliver high quality care and services to CYPF in local schools and communities.
Main duties of the job
Trainee EMHPs must undertake a Post Graduate Diploma in Mental Health Practice in Education Settings, a Level 7 qualification at Exeter University (fully remote) commencing January 2024. During term time you will be required to undertake training on average two days per week whilst working within the team 3 days per week developing the skills and enhancing the knowledge gained in training.
On successful completion of training, Trainee EMHPs will be equipped with the necessary skills, knowledge and capabilities and work as a qualified EMHP as autonomous and responsible practitioners within their scope of practice, alongside education colleagues, delivering schools overarching approach to providing mental health and wellbeing support for children and young people.
You will have to demonstrate in your application that you have the ability to study at degree level or have an equivalent level of relevant experience. Experience of working with children and young people and an understanding of the educational system in England is desirable. Candidates who do not have an undergraduate degree may still apply but any offer of employment will be conditional on submission of a critical writing piece assessed by the university.
About us
Compass is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All Compass posts are subject to appropriate level DBS checks.
At Compass we positively encourage applications from all members of the community, regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, gender reassignment, age or sexual orientation and encourage applications from people who have experiences in life which enrich skills and empathy. This is part of our commitment to equality and developing a truly inclusive and representative workforce. We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments individuals may require in the recruitment process, on commencement, or once in post.
Benefits We offer a range of benefits including:
- 27 days holiday + bank holidays, rising to 32 days over time
- Life assurance at 2 x basic salary
- Competitive contributory pension scheme
- Family-friendly policies
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and OH service
- Enhanced sick pay
- Excellent learning & development opportunities and career progression
- Annual performance / salary review
Closing date: 28th November 2023
Interviews will be conducted via MST on 01st December 2023
In the meantime you can also find out more about what it is like to join one of our MHSTs by visiting: https://www.compass-uk.org/joining-a-compass-mhst/
If you would like more information or to discuss the role further please contact Jan Smith on 07551452233 or e-mail jan.smith@compass-uk.org
Job description
Job responsibilities
Training salary 23,730 p.a. following successful completion of the Post Graduate Diploma salary will rise to Band E 28,395 35,126 p.a.
Compass is delighted to have been selected as a new provider of Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) in education settings in Birmingham. We are implementing 4 new MHSTs in North and NE Birmingham and we are recruiting our final trainee EMHP to join us at the start of 2024 to deliver evidence-based, high-quality and responsive services to meet the mental health and emotional wellbeing needs of children, young people and families (CYPF). These are highly sought after roles and candidates thinking of applying will need to be available to commence induction on 02 January 2024 and post-graduate training later in the same month.
If you have a keen interest in and enthusiasm for a career in CYPF early intervention mental health services this could be the first step; undertaking specialist training in low intensity cognitive behavioural therapy whilst working in practice to deliver positive outcomes with CYPF in a supportive, innovative and committed team.
Trainee EMHPs will be undertaking a year in supported part-time study at Exeter University (remote) developing skills and building confidence in mental health practice and supporting schools to enhance the approach to emotional wellbeing alongside working in the team to develop and deliver high quality care and services to CYPF in local schools and communities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Training salary 23,730 p.a. following successful completion of the Post Graduate Diploma salary will rise to Band E 28,395 35,126 p.a.
Compass is delighted to have been selected as a new provider of Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) in education settings in Birmingham. We are implementing 4 new MHSTs in North and NE Birmingham and we are recruiting our final trainee EMHP to join us at the start of 2024 to deliver evidence-based, high-quality and responsive services to meet the mental health and emotional wellbeing needs of children, young people and families (CYPF). These are highly sought after roles and candidates thinking of applying will need to be available to commence induction on 02 January 2024 and post-graduate training later in the same month.
If you have a keen interest in and enthusiasm for a career in CYPF early intervention mental health services this could be the first step; undertaking specialist training in low intensity cognitive behavioural therapy whilst working in practice to deliver positive outcomes with CYPF in a supportive, innovative and committed team.
Trainee EMHPs will be undertaking a year in supported part-time study at Exeter University (remote) developing skills and building confidence in mental health practice and supporting schools to enhance the approach to emotional wellbeing alongside working in the team to develop and deliver high quality care and services to CYPF in local schools and communities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Ability to study at degree level
- Proven record of previous academic attainment.
- Good solid literacy and numeracy qualifications at a minimum of level 2
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of the education system in England.
- Knowledge of children and young people gained through academic study in child development, child wellbeing or mental health
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with children and young people
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to learn in a variety of settings and using a variety of learning methods.
- Computer literate.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to study as a self-motivated learner who can formulate their own progress towards learning objectives and negotiate pathways to achievement with supervisory teams.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
- Access to own transport or evidence of ability to commute efficiently between community venues.
- Ongoing commitment to maintain registration in core profession
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Ability to study at degree level
- Proven record of previous academic attainment.
- Good solid literacy and numeracy qualifications at a minimum of level 2
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of the education system in England.
- Knowledge of children and young people gained through academic study in child development, child wellbeing or mental health
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with children and young people
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to learn in a variety of settings and using a variety of learning methods.
- Computer literate.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to study as a self-motivated learner who can formulate their own progress towards learning objectives and negotiate pathways to achievement with supervisory teams.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
- Access to own transport or evidence of ability to commute efficiently between community venues.
- Ongoing commitment to maintain registration in core profession
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
