Job summary

Are you an experienced professional passionate about making a real difference to children and young people?

Join our Emotional Health and Wellbeing Practitioner team as a Team Lead and play a key role in shaping and delivering high-quality early intervention services.

Working alongside the Service Manager, you will provide operational leadership, support service development and transformation projects, and help drive positive outcomes for children, young people and their families. This is an exciting opportunity to influence service delivery, lead a skilled multi-disciplinary team, and contribute to a nationally recognised early intervention programme.

We are looking for a motivated and innovative professional who thrives in a collaborative environment where evidence-based practice, creativity and new ways of working are actively encouraged.

This role is ideal for someone seeking to broaden their leadership experience while helping to achieve KPI/targets and expand access to mental health support for young people when they need it most.

Why not click on the link to the Job Description and find out more about the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Should we receive a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any point after 5 November 2026

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide operational management and clinical leadership to the team whilst supporting the Service Manager in the delivery of strategic priorities, service developments and transformation projects across the service.

A key responsibility of the role will be to coordinate and oversee the development and implementation of the emerging service models, including the establishment of future Mental Health Support Teams (MHST), predominately within the Cambridgeshire area.

Alongside their Team Manager responsibilities, the post holder will maintain oversight of the MHST project programme, balancing operational service delivery with the successful development and implementation of new teams.

This role is time limited due to the changing service delivery model across the service and this team are expected to remain in place until January/February 2029-2030.

The role will support the emotional wellbeing of children and young people across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. The Emotional Health and Wellbeing Practitioner Team (EHWP) support key professionals, including Education, Social Care and Health. The EHWP is part of the 'Getting Advice' quadrants of the iThrive model implemented across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. The iThrive model provides an integrated approach to the delivery of person-centred and needs-led services for children, young people and families.

About us

Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.

There's one reason why our services are outstanding - and that's our amazing staff who, for the seventh year running, rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.

If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.

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Details

Date posted

29 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum, pro-rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

448-CCYP-8398353

Job locations

Princess of Wales Hospital & The Trust Head Office St Ives PE27 4LG

Lynn Road

Ely

CB6 1DN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Work with the Service Manager to develop and deliver the EHWP Specification and Key Performance Indicators.

To work with the Service Manager in the design of new initiatives and projects, including research and pilots.

Lead and coordinate, planning and implementation of a defined programme of service development and transformation work in line with organisational and service priorities.

Oversee the development and establishment of the new MHST teams within the Cambridgeshire area

To be responsible for the delivery of identified work packages / work streams (e.g. training).

To prepare and deliver regular progress reports.

To effectively line manage staff and support the induction of new members of the team.

Provide visible leadership and support staff throughout periods of service transformation and organisational change.

Develop and implement plans to support staff affected by service redesign and transition arrangements

Ensure clear, timely and sensitive communication with staff regarding service developments, future workforce arrangements and organisational decisions

Support staff wellbeing, engagement and retention, recognising and responding to the impact of change on individuals.

Provide supervision, identify training, development and career progression opportunities to support staff in preparing for future roles and service opportunities.

Foster a positive team culture, maintaining morale, motivation and performance during periods of uncertainty and change.

Ensure that the formal route for referring children and young people to Getting Help and Getting More Help is effective and does not cause unnecessary delays in the pathway; communication and information sharing mechanisms are in place, and that working collaboratively with all relevant agencies (health, social care, locality teams, education and voluntary) creates smooth progression for children, young people and their families / carers.

Ensure that needs-led, evidence-based interventions provided to children, young people and their families / carers and, where relevant, other services, support local and national priorities, policies and relevant clinical guidelines.

Work collaboratively with all relevant agencies to ensure that the services for children and young people with emotional health and wellbeing needs are coordinated and address their individual needs, providing a holistic approach.

Ensure the voice of the child/young person is pivotal in all aspects of clinical practice and development.

Communication

Develop and maintain strong and effective relationships with the EHWS staff, senior managers and other key stakeholders.

Report and present information in a variety of different formats, tailored to meet the needs and expectations of different audiences.

Complete investigations and investigate complaints.

Maintain excellent relationships with stakeholders and partner organisations

Establish effective working relationships so that the emotional health and wellbeing of children and young people is promoted.

Effective communication on complex issues to a wide range of audiences, including senior management level and children, young people and families.

Responsible for the implementation of the delegated actions from service plans, through effective communication and briefings to staff and other stakeholders.

Budgetary Responsibility

The post holder will be required to authorise mileage and expenses for those whom they line manage

People Management

Responsible for day-to-day supervision and management of staff within the EHWP Team (e.g. responsibility for: grievance, disciplinary, appraisal, appointing panel member at recruitment, reviewing work performance and progress, work allocation and checking)

Development of staff

Maintaining own professional development and requirement to take part in appraisal and Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) process

To implement Trust HR policies and procedures as and when appropriate, as well as maintain staff systems such as expenses/sickness.

Research & Development Activity

To utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support evidence-based practice in individual work and work with other team members.

Participate in clinical and other audits as required.

Ensure that management information is readily accessible and regularly used for service improvement.

The post holder will continually employ the use of evaluation of impact measures contributing to quarterly reviews of service, increase prevention, early intervention and access to effective support.

Clinical and Practice Governance

Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to any patient/family/staff/records and information in line with the requirements of GDPR

Any data that is taken/shared as part of a phone call or transported, faxed or transferred electronically must be undertaken with regard to the Trust Information Governance and Information Security policies.

The post holder must adhere to the Trust risk assessment and risk management processes

The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures

It is a condition of your employment that you are currently registered with a professional body and it is your responsibility to maintain your professional registration.

Undertake mandatory training and any other training relevant to the role as required by EEC NHS Trust.

The post holder must participate in clinical and safeguarding audits as required

Participate in clinical supervision on a regular basis

The post holder is required to participate in relevant emergency preparedness process for their team.

Ensure that professionals are supported in guiding children, young people and their parents/carers to the resources available to meet their needs.

Enable appropriate advice, signposting and support with intervention to be provided to children and young to reduce inappropriate referral and waiting and that the recommendation is based on best evidence-based practice

Work with practitioners from a wide range of disciplines in order to upskill, develop confidence and build capacity in supporting children and young people with emotional health issues.

Enhance staff confidence in managing difficulties appropriately within respective settings via training, consultation and support.

Ensure that any additional vulnerability or inequality suffered by children and young people (e.g. learning disability, victim of child sexual exploitation, children looked after) is properly considered when identifying appropriate interventions with locality professionals.

Work collaboratively with other agencies in the health and social care system to ensure regular case reviews to ensure effective progress through the care pathway.

Ensure that children and young peoples physical health and social needs are considered alongside their emotional health needs.

To be accountable to the Service Manager for the direct delivery of an effective EHWP Team

Keep up to date with your Continuing Professional Development (CPD), complete your annual appraisal and support your colleagues in their CPD and appraisal needs.

Participate in clinical and management supervision as per Trust policy.

Ensure appropriate recording of meetings, supervision and maintenance of clinical records.

To develop skills in the area of professional post-graduate teaching, training and consultation, and provide consultation to other staff, as appropriate.

Information Technology

To use a computer as necessary for clinical work, including literature searches, word processing, developing and maintaining training packs and information leaflets.

Inputting data, emailing, report writing and other tasks as necessary for the efficient running of the service and/or training needs.

Contribute data for accessible management information for service improvement and reporting via System One data sets, suitable technology/ systems development and in compliance with Trust Information Governance (and all relevant legislation) standards

Quality and Patient Safety

Maintain awareness of and execute responsibilities with regard to the safeguarding children and adults agenda, confidentiality, Trust and professional training requirements, data protection and sharing, information governance, risk management and reporting and all relevant legislation and Trust and local policy.

To ensure day to day practice reflects the highest standards of governance, clinical effectiveness, safety and patient experience.

To ensure monitoring of quality and compliance with standards is demonstrable within the service on an ongoing basis.

To be aware of the responsibility of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients/ clients, visitors and staff.

Job description Job responsibilities Main Duties and Responsibilities Work with the Service Manager to develop and deliver the EHWP Specification and Key Performance Indicators. To work with the Service Manager in the design of new initiatives and projects, including research and pilots. Lead and coordinate, planning and implementation of a defined programme of service development and transformation work in line with organisational and service priorities. Oversee the development and establishment of the new MHST teams within the Cambridgeshire area To be responsible for the delivery of identified work packages / work streams (e.g. training). To prepare and deliver regular progress reports. To effectively line manage staff and support the induction of new members of the team. Provide visible leadership and support staff throughout periods of service transformation and organisational change. Develop and implement plans to support staff affected by service redesign and transition arrangements Ensure clear, timely and sensitive communication with staff regarding service developments, future workforce arrangements and organisational decisions Support staff wellbeing, engagement and retention, recognising and responding to the impact of change on individuals. Provide supervision, identify training, development and career progression opportunities to support staff in preparing for future roles and service opportunities. Foster a positive team culture, maintaining morale, motivation and performance during periods of uncertainty and change. Ensure that the formal route for referring children and young people to Getting Help and Getting More Help is effective and does not cause unnecessary delays in the pathway; communication and information sharing mechanisms are in place, and that working collaboratively with all relevant agencies (health, social care, locality teams, education and voluntary) creates smooth progression for children, young people and their families / carers. Ensure that needs-led, evidence-based interventions provided to children, young people and their families / carers and, where relevant, other services, support local and national priorities, policies and relevant clinical guidelines. Work collaboratively with all relevant agencies to ensure that the services for children and young people with emotional health and wellbeing needs are coordinated and address their individual needs, providing a holistic approach. Ensure the voice of the child/young person is pivotal in all aspects of clinical practice and development. Communication Develop and maintain strong and effective relationships with the EHWS staff, senior managers and other key stakeholders. Report and present information in a variety of different formats, tailored to meet the needs and expectations of different audiences. Complete investigations and investigate complaints. Maintain excellent relationships with stakeholders and partner organisations Establish effective working relationships so that the emotional health and wellbeing of children and young people is promoted. Effective communication on complex issues to a wide range of audiences, including senior management level and children, young people and families. Responsible for the implementation of the delegated actions from service plans, through effective communication and briefings to staff and other stakeholders. Budgetary Responsibility The post holder will be required to authorise mileage and expenses for those whom they line manage People Management Responsible for day-to-day supervision and management of staff within the EHWP Team (e.g. responsibility for: grievance, disciplinary, appraisal, appointing panel member at recruitment, reviewing work performance and progress, work allocation and checking) Development of staff Maintaining own professional development and requirement to take part in appraisal and Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) process To implement Trust HR policies and procedures as and when appropriate, as well as maintain staff systems such as expenses/sickness. Research & Development Activity To utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support evidence-based practice in individual work and work with other team members. Participate in clinical and other audits as required. Ensure that management information is readily accessible and regularly used for service improvement. The post holder will continually employ the use of evaluation of impact measures contributing to quarterly reviews of service, increase prevention, early intervention and access to effective support. Clinical and Practice Governance Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to any patient/family/staff/records and information in line with the requirements of GDPR Any data that is taken/shared as part of a phone call or transported, faxed or transferred electronically must be undertaken with regard to the Trust Information Governance and Information Security policies. The post holder must adhere to the Trust risk assessment and risk management processes The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures It is a condition of your employment that you are currently registered with a professional body and it is your responsibility to maintain your professional registration. Undertake mandatory training and any other training relevant to the role as required by EEC NHS Trust. The post holder must participate in clinical and safeguarding audits as required Participate in clinical supervision on a regular basis The post holder is required to participate in relevant emergency preparedness process for their team. Ensure that professionals are supported in guiding children, young people and their parents/carers to the resources available to meet their needs. Enable appropriate advice, signposting and support with intervention to be provided to children and young to reduce inappropriate referral and waiting and that the recommendation is based on best evidence-based practice Work with practitioners from a wide range of disciplines in order to upskill, develop confidence and build capacity in supporting children and young people with emotional health issues. Enhance staff confidence in managing difficulties appropriately within respective settings via training, consultation and support. Ensure that any additional vulnerability or inequality suffered by children and young people (e.g. learning disability, victim of child sexual exploitation, children looked after) is properly considered when identifying appropriate interventions with locality professionals. Work collaboratively with other agencies in the health and social care system to ensure regular case reviews to ensure effective progress through the care pathway. Ensure that children and young peoples physical health and social needs are considered alongside their emotional health needs. To be accountable to the Service Manager for the direct delivery of an effective EHWP Team Keep up to date with your Continuing Professional Development (CPD), complete your annual appraisal and support your colleagues in their CPD and appraisal needs. Participate in clinical and management supervision as per Trust policy. Ensure appropriate recording of meetings, supervision and maintenance of clinical records. To develop skills in the area of professional post-graduate teaching, training and consultation, and provide consultation to other staff, as appropriate. Information Technology To use a computer as necessary for clinical work, including literature searches, word processing, developing and maintaining training packs and information leaflets. Inputting data, emailing, report writing and other tasks as necessary for the efficient running of the service and/or training needs. Contribute data for accessible management information for service improvement and reporting via System One data sets, suitable technology/ systems development and in compliance with Trust Information Governance (and all relevant legislation) standards Quality and Patient Safety Maintain awareness of and execute responsibilities with regard to the safeguarding children and adults agenda, confidentiality, Trust and professional training requirements, data protection and sharing, information governance, risk management and reporting and all relevant legislation and Trust and local policy. To ensure day to day practice reflects the highest standards of governance, clinical effectiveness, safety and patient experience. To ensure monitoring of quality and compliance with standards is demonstrable within the service on an ongoing basis. To be aware of the responsibility of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients/ clients, visitors and staff.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Recognised Professional Qualification (i.e. Registered Mental Health Nurse; Registered Children's Nurse; Registered General Nurse; Registered Learning Disability Nurse; Practitioner Psychologist, Social Worker or Occupational Therapist)
• Post registration training in evidence-based interventions recommended by NICE
• Registered with a Professional Body (e.g. NMC; HCPC)

Desirable

• Evidence of training in an evidence based therapeutic approach / model

Experience

Essential

• Experience of managing a team, to include team performance, quality, recruitment and staffing issues. Post-qualifying experience of working with children, young people and families with common mental health problems.
• Experience of formulation and treatment of children and young people with mental health difficulties
• Experience of multidisciplinary and multiagency working and co-working assessments and treatment
• Good knowledge of mental health and neurodevelopmental disorders

Desirable

• Understanding of iTHRIVE
• Experience of working within the Education system
• Experience of supporting staff through periods of organisational change and service redesign

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Leadership, management and / or coaching skills
• Skills in the assessment of mental health factors for children young people and their parents.
• Ability to develop, manage and lead on outcomes data and data reporting for the service

Desirable

• Evidence of delivering consultation to staff groups
• Evidence of developing and delivering training

Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential Recognised Professional Qualification (i.e. Registered Mental Health Nurse; Registered Children's Nurse; Registered General Nurse; Registered Learning Disability Nurse; Practitioner Psychologist, Social Worker or Occupational Therapist) Post registration training in evidence-based interventions recommended by NICE Registered with a Professional Body (e.g. NMC; HCPC) Desirable Evidence of training in an evidence based therapeutic approach / model Experience Essential Experience of managing a team, to include team performance, quality, recruitment and staffing issues. Post-qualifying experience of working with children, young people and families with common mental health problems. Experience of formulation and treatment of children and young people with mental health difficulties Experience of multidisciplinary and multiagency working and co-working assessments and treatment Good knowledge of mental health and neurodevelopmental disorders Desirable Understanding of iTHRIVE Experience of working within the Education system Experience of supporting staff through periods of organisational change and service redesign Knowledge & Skills Essential Leadership, management and / or coaching skills Skills in the assessment of mental health factors for children young people and their parents. Ability to develop, manage and lead on outcomes data and data reporting for the service Desirable Evidence of delivering consultation to staff groups Evidence of developing and delivering training

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 information 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).

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

Princess of Wales Hospital & The Trust Head Office St Ives PE27 4LG

Lynn Road

Ely

CB6 1DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.eastofenglandcommunityhealthandcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

Princess of Wales Hospital & The Trust Head Office St Ives PE27 4LG

Lynn Road

Ely

CB6 1DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.eastofenglandcommunityhealthandcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)