About this role
Job summary
Are you looking for opportunities to develop your career in a MHST service linked with a Youth Club?
We are seeking a qualified Children's Wellbeing Practitioner (CWP) to join our team who will be based at St. Andrews Youth Club. This is an exciting, embedded role that combines evidence-based low-intensity mental health interventions with the flexibility to engage in broader youth work activities. The successful candidate will deliver clinical support to children and young people (typically aged 818) with mild to moderate mental health difficulties while actively contributing to the life of the Youth Club. This ensures mental health support is fully integrated into a trusted, non-stigmatising community setting.
Main duties of the job
You will:
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within Allkind Mental Health to increase and improve emotional and mental health support for children and young people (typically aged 818) attending or linked to St. Andrews Youth Club. Work in partnership to support children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties, as well as their parents/carers and Youth Club staff, in the self-management of presenting difficulties. Contribute to the development of individual or group clinical materials or training resources, and develop such materials independently within your own level of competence and under the direction of the wider team.You are:
Qualified from the Childrens Wellbeing Practitioner (CWP) Course. Please note this is mandatory requirement for the role. Applicants who do not hold a post-graduate qualification as a Childrens Wellbeing Practitioner will not be considered for the role
Experienced and passionate about delivering specific therapeutic interventions to children, young people or their families, and eager to engage effectively and make a difference with the young people at St. Andrews Youth Club. Experienced in working with anxiety disorders. Experienced in working with affective (mood) disorders. Experienced in the delivery of specific therapeutic interventions to children, young people or their families (e.g. CBT-informed approaches, solution-focused brief therapy).
About us
With the need for mental health support at an all-time high, choice is shrinking and services are being stretched. We believe everyone deserves better. At Allkind, we offer support across the whole mental health spectrum for people of all ages, from infants to older adults. Weve been listening to our communities for over 40 years, and its clear theres no one-size-fits-all when it comes to mental health care. Were determined to make sure all kinds of people are supported through their mental health challenges, so they can live the life they deserve. Welcome to mental health support with kindness at its heart.
Job description Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities - Clinical Therapeutic Duties
Conduct initial assessments, triage, and risk assessments for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate anxiety, low mood, behavioural difficulties, or other common mental health concerns. Deliver low-intensity, evidence-based interventions (e.g., guided self-help, behavioural activation, graded exposure, worry management, parent-led approaches) on a 1:1 or group basis, in-person. Work core hours of approximately 1pm 9pm to ensure availability during peak youth club sessions, with flexibility on quieter admin-focused days. Work collaboratively with the data team to collect, submit, and ensure the accuracy of data for internal monitoring and external reporting requirements (e.g., to commissioners and funders). Monitor outcomes using routine outcome measures and adjust support accordingly. Provide psychoeducation and self-management strategies to young people and their parents/carers. Signpost or refer to specialist services (e.g., CAMHS) when more complex needs are identified. Maintain accurate, confidential clinical records in line with Allkind policies and data protection requirements. Integrated Youth Work Duties
A core feature of this embedded role is flexibility. Working within a busy Youth Club means priorities can shift to meet the immediate and wider needs of the young people and the club. You will: Participate in general youth club activities, drop-in sessions, group programmes, outings, and events to build trusting relationships and reduce barriers to mental health support. Deliver or co-deliver non-clinical youth work sessions (e.g., well-being workshops, social skills groups, creative activities, sports, or holiday programmes) that promote positive mental health and community belonging. Support the Youth Club team with day-to-day operations when required (e.g., supervising activities, helping with admin, or contributing to a safe and welcoming environment). Work collaboratively with Youth Club staff, volunteers, and partner agencies to create a holistic, integrated offer for young people. Adapt your approach to respond to emerging needs for example, providing informal emotional support during club sessions or contributing to crisis de-escalation alongside colleagues. This blended approach ensures mental health support is normalised, accessible, and responsive rather than operating in isolation.Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The post holder will be expected to be flexible and respond proactively to the evolving needs of St. Andrews Youth Club and Allkind Mental Health, including undertaking any other reasonable duties that may be required to support young people and the service.
Key Relationships
Designated Mental Health Lead in St. Andrews Youth Club Colleagues at Allkind Mental Health and St. Andrews Youth Club Line Manager Clinical SupervisorTraining and Supervision
Prepare and present caseload information to supervisors on an agreed and scheduled basis to ensure safe practice and the governance of obligations of the CWP, supervisor and service are delivered. To attend one-to-one supervision fortnightly, and group supervision monthly. Respond to and implement supervision suggestions in practice Engage and respond to personal development supervision to improve competencies and practice To disseminate research and service evaluation in appropriate formats through agreed channels
Professional
Ensure maintenance of standards of own professional practice Ensure appropriate adherence to any new recommendations or guidelines set by the relevant departments Ensure confidentiality is always protected Ensure that any risks or issue related to the safety and wellbeing of anyone the post-holder comes into contact within the course of their professional duties are communicated and shared with appropriate parties in order to maintain individual safety and the public interest Ensure clear objectives are identified, discussed and reviewed with supervisors on a regular basis as part of continuing professional development. Participate in individual performance/appraisal review and work towards agreed objectives Keep all records up to date in relation to Continuous Professional Development and the requirements of the post and ensure personal development plans maintain up-to-date specialist knowledge of latest theoretical and service delivery models/developments. Attend relevant training opportunities in line with identified professional objectives
Deadline for submission is 3rd September 2026 at 5.00pm.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
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Employer details Employer name Allkind
Address 23 Monck Street
London
SW1P 2AE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.allkind.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)