Student Mental Health Assistant

Your career #EMATtersWe are currently recruiting for a Student Mental Health Assistant who thinks beyond the classroom. We are an organisation that recognises and values its diverse workforce. Join us at EMAT to be part of a team that values innovation, inclusivity, and impact. About EMAT EMAT is an exciting, innovative, and growing organisation where we strive to do things differently, aligned with our core values and purpose: that every child deserves to be the best they can be. Our Trust was incorporated in July 2012 to establish, maintain, manage, and develop academies and free schools as world‑class centres of excellence. We are a collaborative partnership that currently includes an all‑through school in Northampton, a secondary school in Oundle, and five primary schools in Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes. By working for our Trust, you’ll be able to take advantage of a wealth of professional development and support opportunities, as well as a range of employee benefits. These include: Continuous professional development and training opportunities. Career and leadership opportunities within our growing family of schools. A confidential 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme. Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme Flu jabs for all staff. Cycle to work scheme. Access to health and wellbeing benefits, including an online GP. Access to an employee lifestyle savings platform. Generous family leave. About the School Prince William School is located in Oundle, within easy commuting distance of Peterborough, Stamford, Kettering, Wellingborough, and Corby. It is a vibrant and friendly school that strives to deliver the challenging and inspirational curriculum our students need to prepare them for the ever‑changing world of work. We have high expectations for all, and our aim is simple: to be the best school in Northamptonshire and beyond for every student, no matter what their ability or aspirations. This is an exciting time for the school as examination results have seen rapid improvement and the school is expanding under the leadership of a new Headteacher. We are really proud of our 2024 exam results, with an estimate progress 8 score of 0.41 for Key Stage 4. General Roles and Responsibilities Working under the direction of the SENDCo and Student Mental Health Practitioner regarding the support needed for students who face social, emotional and mental health challenges. Liaising with the pastoral team and parents/carers as necessary about individual students needing additional emotional support and signposting students and families to support through agencies such as MHST, Souster Youth, Service Six, and CHAT counselling services. Maintaining a caseload of student files of students who receive SEMH interventions or access the Bridge. Supporting parents/carers requesting help with managing their children at home as required and facilitating/overseeing Early Help Assessments with families. Deputising for the Student Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioner in her absence. Attending daily briefings and other meetings as required for the purposes of sharing information about students. Break and lunchtime duties as required. Knowing and implementing the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding policies and procedures, responding to any Child Protection concerns quickly and appropriately. Undertaking the ELSA qualification and attendance at supervision sessions. For more information or an informal conversation, please contacthrqueries@emat.uk. A Note for Recruitment Agencies We have a team of internal recruiters, and we advertise our vacancies to attract candidates and not agency suppliers. If we need agency assistance, then we will reach out to our trusted partners. Any speculative CVs we receive will not be accepted as an introduction. EMAT reserves the right to withdraw this advert early if a suitable candidate is found. EMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). References will be taken up before interviews are offered. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, or age. EMAT encourage a “Speak Up” culture where colleagues are encouraged to raise any concerns relating to risk or wrongdoing. You will be responsible for ensuring that colleagues are supported where necessary to raise concerns without blame or recrimination and should pro‑actively raise concerns should they come to your attention. Contact Information Prince William School Hannah Fajemiyo hannah.fajemiyo@central.emat.uk Pyramus HouseRoman WayNorthamptonNorthamptonshireNN4 5EA East Midlands Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. East Midlands Academy Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. #J-18808-Ljbffr