Schools Practitioner

Job summary

Imagine walking into a school where young people feel confident to talk about their worries, because youve helped create that environment.

This is the impact youll have as a Schools Practitioner with our North Birmingham team. Youll join a passionate and supportive team working across schools to improve the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people, helping them access the right support at the right time. The role is open to Arts Therapists, Occupational Therapists and other professionals with the relevant qualifications and experience outlined in the person specification.

No two days are the same. You will support children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties through one to one sessions, group work and family support. Youll work closely with teachers and school staff to create mentally healthy learning environments where pupils can grow in confidence and thrive.

You will also support and mentor Education Mental Health Practitioners and trainees, sharing your expertise with schools, families and partner agencies to help shape an inclusive, compassionate and effective service.

This role is perfect for someone who wants to use their empathy, creativity and professional skills to help children and young people find their voice, overcome challenges and achieve their potential. Interested? Wed love to see your application!

Main duties of the jobYou are someone who cares deeply about the wellbeing of children and young people and wants to use your professional skills to help every pupil feel safe, supported and able to thrive.

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

A core professional qualification, for example Arts Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Education Mental Health Practice, Childrens Wellbeing Practice, Psychological Wellbeing Practice, Social Work or Nursing At least two years experience of working therapeutically with children and young people

Confidence in risk assessment and safeguarding practice

Experience of providing clinical supervision or staff support

Skills in engaging with families and carers to build strong relationships

The ability to lead, delegate and adapt when priorities change

Proficiency in IT and commitment to evidence based practice and data collection

Excellent communication skills and the ability to connect with children and young peopleA full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

It would also be great if you have experience of working in schools or community settings, delivering cognitive behavioural therapy informed supervision, or a postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline. These are not essential.

Above all, we are looking for someone with empathy, resilience and the belief that every child deserves the chance to be heard and supported.

If this sounds like you, we would love to see the impact you could bring to our team.

About us Compass is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Established for over 30 years, Compass is a national charity which works in communities across the UK providing services spanning substance misuse treatment and rehabilitation, early interventions for vulnerable young people, school-aged health programmes and associated prevention as well as treatment and health promotion initiatives.

All Compass posts are subject to appropriate level DBS checks.

We positively encourage applications from all members of the community, regardless of gender, race, faith, disability, 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…