Job summary
We're inviting qualified Educational Mental Health Practitioners (EMHPs) who meet the criteria to apply for the supervisors course starting in January 2026 to join our growing team.
This is a great chance to be part of a progressive Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) in Bath and North East Somerset (B&NES) at a time of significant expansion. From January 2026, our Mental Health Support Team (MHST) will be extending its reach to support an additional 20 schools. Based in Keynsham, Bristol, we currently work with 77% of schools across the region--and we're committed to making a real difference in young people's lives.
Our MHST team is made up of skilled EMHPs and Child Wellbeing Practitioners (CWPs) delivering tailored one-to-one and group support. Beyond direct interventions, EMHPs collaborate closely with schools to embed a 'whole school approach' to mental health and wellbeing, driving positive outcomes for children and young people, their families, and school staff.
If you're passionate about shaping mental health support and working within a collaborative, supportive team, this opportunity is for you.
Main duties of the job
In your role within the B&NES MHST, you will be responsible for supervising EMHPs and aiding in their professional development. Supervision will encompass both Case Management Supervision and Clinical Skills Supervision, adhering to a low-intensity model.
Your responsibilities may include overseeing trainee EMHPs (Band 4) and/or qualified EMHPs/CWPs (Band 5). Additionally, you will be involved in triaging referrals and signposting. You will also manage a caseload, provide pre-referral consultations, support the delivery of the Whole School Approach, and foster strong working relationships with schools.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Details
Date posted
24 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum | pro-rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
267-OC7461087
Job locations
Temple House
Keynsham
BS31 1HA
Job description
Job responsibilities
The BaNES MHST is a small and supportive team, working in approximately 77% of schools in B&NES. The team comprises 12 EMHPs/CWPs, a Specialist SEN EMHP, three other Supervisors, a Deputy Manager, Clinical Psychologists, and a Clinical Manager. In your role, you will supervise EMHPs/CWPs, serve as a lead contact for our schools, undertake pre-referral consultations, and manage a caseload.
You will receive regular case management supervision, clinical skills supervision, and supervision of supervision. You will work closely with the Deputy Team Manager and Clinical Team Manager and be part of the BaNES MHST leadership team. As a continually evolving and developing service, you will be at the forefront of our service's development.
The B&NES MHST collaborates closely with the neighbouring MHST in Wiltshire. The post holder will be part of a cohort of 11 supervisors across both teams.
We are highly invested in our staff and will work with you to identify any learning and development needs, supporting and developing your passions and interests.
This role within CAMHS aims to develop the role of EMHPs in the B&NES MHST. It represents an opportunity for clinicians with knowledge and experience in using evidence-based low-intensity interventions to advance their careers and support the development of this new, exciting service for young people and their families.
You will develop and support EMHPs in providing guided self-help, low-intensity, brief, evidence-based CBT, and delivering groups and training. You will work closely with senior colleagues to screen and triage all referrals. The role will also involve identifying areas of need within the new teams, helping to develop the service, and creating quality improvement plans in collaboration with senior colleagues. You will hold a caseload in agreement with your supervisor and provide interventions to CYP in schools across the area.
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
The BaNES MHST is a small and supportive team, working in approximately 77% of schools in B&NES. The team comprises 12 EMHPs/CWPs, a Specialist SEN EMHP, three other Supervisors, a Deputy Manager, Clinical Psychologists, and a Clinical Manager. In your role, you will supervise EMHPs/CWPs, serve as a lead contact for our schools, undertake pre-referral consultations, and manage a caseload.
You will receive regular case management supervision, clinical skills supervision, and supervision of supervision. You will work closely with the Deputy Team Manager and Clinical Team Manager and be part of the BaNES MHST leadership team. As a continually evolving and developing service, you will be at the forefront of our service's development.
The B&NES MHST collaborates closely with the neighbouring MHST in Wiltshire. The post holder will be part of a cohort of 11 supervisors across both teams.
We are highly invested in our staff and will work with you to identify any learning and development needs, supporting and developing your passions and interests.
This role within CAMHS aims to develop the role of EMHPs in the B&NES MHST. It represents an opportunity for clinicians with knowledge and experience in using evidence-based low-intensity interventions to advance their careers and support the development of this new, exciting service for young people and their families.
You will develop and support EMHPs in providing guided self-help, low-intensity, brief, evidence-based CBT, and delivering groups and training. You will work closely with senior colleagues to screen and triage all referrals. The role will also involve identifying areas of need within the new teams, helping to develop the service, and creating quality improvement plans in collaboration with senior colleagues. You will hold a caseload in agreement with your supervisor and provide interventions to CYP in schools across the area.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised qualification in CBT informed evidenced based therapeutic intervention for children/young people and their families
- A professional mental health qualification and registration e.g., RMN, Social Work Degree or equivalent, BSc/Diploma in OT etc. OR Post graduate CBT or LI CBT qualification, e.g., CWP, EMHP or PWP
Experience
Essential
- Working within a community mental health setting.
Desirable
- Working with children/young people presenting with a range of moderate mental health presentations.
- Working within an educational setting supporting mental health provision.
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of evidenced-based, low intensity interventions for mild to moderate mental health difficulties
- An understanding of mental health and wellbeing support within educational settings
- Understanding of CYP-IAPT principles including the use of evidence-based therapies and Routine Outcome Measures
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised qualification in CBT informed evidenced based therapeutic intervention for children/young people and their families
- A professional mental health qualification and registration e.g., RMN, Social Work Degree or equivalent, BSc/Diploma in OT etc. OR Post graduate CBT or LI CBT qualification, e.g., CWP, EMHP or PWP
Experience
Essential
- Working within a community mental health setting.
Desirable
- Working with children/young people presenting with a range of moderate mental health presentations.
- Working within an educational setting supporting mental health provision.
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of evidenced-based, low intensity interventions for mild to moderate mental health difficulties
- An understanding of mental health and wellbeing support within educational settings
- Understanding of CYP-IAPT principles including the use of evidence-based therapies and Routine Outcome Measures
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional informationDisclosure 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
Temple House
Keynsham
BS31 1HA
Employer's website
https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
Temple House
Keynsham
BS31 1HA
Employer's website
Salary range
- £38,682 - £46,580 per year