Emotional Wellbeing Practitioner

We are seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic and dedicated Emotional Wellbeing Practitioner to support individuals in improving their emotional wellbeing, developing resilience and managing challenges that may impact their mental health.

The successful candidate will provide early intervention, emotional support and practical strategies to help individuals build confidence, develop positive coping mechanisms and improve their overall wellbeing.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about mental health, emotional wellbeing and making a positive difference in people's lives. This role is based in a SEMH school for Primary and Secondary aged pupils.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide emotional wellbeing support to individuals experiencing emotional, social or mental health difficulties.
• Conduct initial assessments to identify individual needs and develop appropriate support plans.
• Deliver one-to-one support sessions and, where appropriate, group-based interventions.
• Support individuals to develop coping strategies, emotional regulation skills, resilience and self-confidence.
• Promote positive mental health, emotional literacy and healthy relationships.
• Identify concerns and respond appropriately to safeguarding issues, following organisational policies and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with families, colleagues, schools, healthcare professionals and external agencies, where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, confidential and up-to-date records of interventions, progress and outcomes.

About You
We are looking for someone who is empathetic, approachable and committed to supporting positive emotional and mental health outcomes.
The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience of supporting individuals with emotional wellbeing, mental health or social and emotional needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusting and supportive relationships.
• A non-judgemental, compassionate and person-centred approach.
• An understanding of mental health, emotional regulation, resilience and early intervention.
• The ability to recognise when an individual may require additional or specialist support.
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures, confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a wider multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications and Experience
A relevant qualification in counselling, psychology, mental health, social care, education, youth work or a related field would be desirable. Relevant experience may also be considered, depending on the requirements of the role.
Additional training in mental health support, safeguarding, trauma-informed practice or evidence-based wellbeing interventions would be advantageous.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to people's lives.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR SPENCER CLARKE GROUP
All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy

• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Spencer Clarke Group work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary, Special Education needs and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.