Mental Health Lead; Early Intervention and Prevention

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The Junction is recruiting for

Job Title: Mental Health Lead (Early Intervention and Prevention)

Hours: 22.5hrs

Contract Type: Fixed until January 2026 in the first instance, extension is possible subject to funding

Application Method: The Junction Foundation application pack must be completed, we do not accept CVs

The Junction is a respected charity working to make a difference to the lives of children, young people and their families. We are proud of our reputation and believe that all of our workers are key to establishing positive relationships, building trust, self‑belief, a sense of family and belonging.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, suitably qualified and experienced person with the ability, commitment and passion to support a small team of practitioners to deliver an outcome based emotional wellbeing project, Turning Tides. Turning Tides is a 2‑year pilot programme delivered in partnership with the Link Charitable Trust, and Bridges Outcomes Partnerships, to support young people aged 15‑21 years across Redcar and Cleveland.

The work is delivered at an early intervention level of support and allows for longer term, person‑centred support, enabling young people to address barriers during a key period in transitions to adulthood. If you have a passion for making a difference to the lives of children and young people, significant experience in delivering early intervention in CYP mental health and the ability to lead others then we would be interested in hearing from you.

When writing your application please ensure you address the person specification provided and highlight any information in excess of the criteria. If you would like to discuss the requirements of the post or have any questions about the role please contact Riya Nighoskar on or via e‑mail hos

To apply

Please visit the Recruitment Page to download an application pack. Completed packs to be emailed to recruitm or posted to Westfield Farm, The Green, Dormanstown, Redcar, TS10 5NA
marked PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL.

We do not accept CV’s; full pack to be completed.

Closing date:
close of business Wednesday 4 June 2025

only successful applicants will be contacted.

Interviews: to be held w/c 9 June 2025

The Junction is an inclusive employer and encourages applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. As a disability‑confident employer if you require any reasonable adjustments within the recruitment process, please let us know.

The Junction is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant checks deemed appropriate.

The closing date for this job is 4 June 2025 - 5:00pm
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