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Contract Type : 1yr Fixed Term Working Hours : 37 hours per week Worker Type:Hybrid Worker Salary:Starting Salary is £35,235 (Level one) rising to £37,938 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) Location:Bestwood Family Hub, Southglade Access Centre, Southglade Road, Nottingham, NG5 8GU We've got an exciting opportunity available for talented individuals to join our workforce - perhaps this is the opportunity you've been looking for? Read on to find out more. Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay, great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme, we strive to create an innovative, inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best. In return, we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative, driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So, if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city, we want to hear from you. About the Role The post holder will be a member of our educational based Mental Health Support Teams working in partnership with social care, health and education agencies. To deliver accessible, counselling, therapeutic and evidenced based interventions for children & young people with a range of emotional & behavioural difficulties. These vulnerabilities may include: Learning difficulties/disability, ASD, ADHD and/or developmental/conduct disorders. Children and Y/P who may have suffered trauma/abuse/bereavement. The role will also involve supporting educational colleagues in embedding a whole school approach to mental health with workshops, presentations and group work. About You The ideal candidate will have: Accredited qualification Level 4 or above in a therapeutic counselling/ psychotherapeutic modality with membership with a professional body such as BACP/UKCP. Knowledge of ethical standards and therapeutic techniques, including person-centered therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and solution-focused therapy, is vital for effective practice. Practical experience working in a school setting, ideally working with diverse backgrounds, facilitating group sessions, working with families, and collaborating with school staff (Designated safeguarding leads, Senior mental health Leads, teachers, and administrators) is important to ensure a cohesive support system for the student. An understanding of how family dynamics can influence mental health, as well as knowledge of the various mental health challenges that children and families may face. Additionally, an awareness of different therapeutic approaches to address these issues effectively. Experience with risk assessment, crisis intervention, and working within legal and ethical frameworks ensures that the candidate can respond appropriately to sensitive situations and safeguard the wellbeing of students. - A DBS enhanced check for a regulated activity is required for this post. Closing Date:1st May 2025 (May change if we obtain large numbers of applicants) Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Interviews will be held:TBC If you have any technical issues when completing your application, please contact our Employee Service Centre:. By applying to this job, you agree to our Terms & Conditions.#J-18808-Ljbffr