Job summary
A new exciting position has arisen for a Mental Health Wellbeing Practitioner at Lufton College- Yeovil. Lufton College is a specialist college for 16- 25 yr old young people with autism and complex needs, associated learning difficulties, and behaviours of concern, which offers both residential & day placements.

There is an established Clinical team on site, including Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy and Psychiatry, we offer the opportunity for professional development, multidisciplinary and multi-agency working as well as to be part of an innovative service that values each individual YP. The main purpose of the role: As a Mental Health Wellbeing Practitioner you'll play a key role in shaping the futures of young people by using evidence-based approaches to support the emotional, cognitive, and behavioural development of the YP at Lufton College.

Your work will directly contribute to preparing them for adulthood and as independent living as possible, empowering them to lead fulfilling lives. You will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team (MDT) supporting young people directly through interventions, to build on their independence and resilience.

Requirements

• You must be registered with a professional body i.e. HCPC/ NMC/ BACP
• An Enhanced DBS Check is also required; please refer to the job description for full details.

Working pattern

• Hours: 24 per week, must include a Friday
• Salary: £27,000 to £27,000 a year

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Contact
Recruiter: Sandra Knowles
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