School Therapist

Do you want to play a key role in supporting the emotional wellbeing and mental health of children and young people within school settings?

Are you someone who is ready to use your skills and passion to support pupil’s mental health across schools?

We have a great opportunity to join Northpoint as a School Therapist, within our school Therapy Services across the Kirklees area. In this role, you’ll provide therapeutic support to children and young people within school settings, helping to improve emotional wellbeing and resilience through early intervention and evidence-based practice.

We are recruiting for two fixed-term School Therapist positions until 30 April 2027.

We recognise that flexible working may suit many candidates balancing other work and personal commitments and we can offer working patterns ranging from 14 hours per week through to full-time (35 hours per week).

To support current service demand, we’re keen to hear from candidates who are available to start as soon as possible. Applicants who already hold a DBS certificate registered with the DBS Update Service would be preferred.

Salary: £32,440 - £40,530 per annum (pro rata), Northpoint Band F1.

• 35-hour full time working week
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Up to 3 discretionary leave days at Christmas
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Enhanced leave policies that support you when it matters most
• Regular supervision and development opportunities
• A supportive, inclusive and values-led working environment

Northpoint is a leading regional provider of mental health services for children, young people and adults across West Yorkshire. We work in partnership with local services and we are committed to delivering accessible, high-quality support that meets people's needs at the right time.

Joining us means being part of a collaborative and values-led organisation where your work will have real impact.  

As a School Therapist you will be a key role in delivering high-quality therapeutic support to children and young people across Kirklees. Working collaboratively with schools, families, and other professionals, you will deliver impactful therapeutic interventions that help pupils overcome challenges, build resilience, and thrive.

• Delivering short-term, evidence-based therapeutic interventions to children and young people within primary and secondary school settings.
• Managing a caseload, carrying out assessments, formulation, and therapeutic support tailored to individual needs.
• Working collaboratively with school staff, parents/carers, and partner agencies to ensure a coordinated and effective approach to support.
• Providing consultation, guidance, and advice to schools while promoting safeguarding, positive mental health, and resilience.

We are looking for someone who is organised, reliable and enjoys working in a varied, people-facing role.

• A relevant therapeutic qualification, including a diploma from a BACP-accredited training programme (or equivalent) and/or a relevant HCPC-registered qualification.
• Experience of delivering therapeutic interventions to children and young people, including undertaking assessments, managing risk, and supporting a range of emotional and mental health needs.
• An understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and risk management.
• Ability to travel independently across multiple locations within Kirklees to meet service requirements.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with children, families, school staff, and partner agencies.
• A commitment to inclusivity, empowerment and supporting people to take an active role in their wellbeing.

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