Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioner

Job Title: Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioner (Self-Employed / Subcontractor)

Location: Within residential care settings for young people, Coventry,Nuneaton, Birmingham, Walsall (ages 13-24)

Contract: Starting with 6 hours/week, with potential for expansion based on performance

About Us

At Wellbeing & Co.,our mission is to spread love, gratitude, and positivity while guiding young people towards holistic wellness and self-discovery. We believe everyone has the potential to create positive change regardless of there circumstances and diagnosis's, and we are dedicated to empowering and inspiring our clients to live authentic, fulfilling lives aligned with their values.

Our core values include compassion, honesty, loyalty, commitment, respect, patience, contentment, and integrity. We prioritise creating a safe, nurturing, and trauma-informed environment where young people can explore, learn, and grow.

Role Overview

As a Health and Wellbeing Practitioner, you will deliver personalised 1:1 sessions and occasionally lead group activities with young people in residential care and mental health settings. You will work closely with clients to support their emotional, physical, social, and intellectual wellbeing through a creative and holistic approach.

You will follow our tailored wellbeing curriculum, which incorporates creative expression (music, art, movement) and practical skills to help young people manage mental health challenges, develop resilience, and avoid harmful behaviors.

Responsibilities

Deliver 1:1 wellbeing sessions(50 minutes each) to up to 6 young people per week, including session planning, facilitation, and follow-up reports (10 minutes per session).

Lead group sessions with young people and staff when needed, fostering a safe, supportive environment.

Follow the wellbeing curriculum, tailored to individual client needs, focusing on emotional, intellectual, social, and physical wellbeing.

Use creative expression techniques such as music, art, movement, and other outlets to facilitate learning and emotional release.

Empower young people with practical coping skills, tools, and knowledge to manage mental health, emotional regulation, and life challenges.

Support staff by providing insights and strategies to promote a trauma-informed approach.

Maintain accurate session reports and progress notes, ensuring confidentiality and compliance.

Uphold safeguarding policies and create a secure, nurturing space for all clients.

Requirements

Driving license and access to your own vehicle.

Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain).

Experience working with young people in mental health, residential care, or similar settings (preferred).

Lived experience or understanding of mental health challenges is desirable.

Passionate about holistic health, creative expression, and trauma-informed approaches.

Ability to work independently, be reliable, and committed to client wellbeing.

Strong boundaries, professionalism, and empathy.

Commitment to your own wellbeing—self-care is essential.

Additional Information

This is a self-employed/subcontractor role.

Weekly commitment of 6 hours, with flexible scheduling.

Sessions are 50 minutes with 10 minutes allocated for report writing.

Ongoing professional development, supervision (monthly with a clinical psychotherapist), and team wellbeing days are provided.

We prioritise staff wellbeing and provide continuous support and training.

Our Ideal Candidate

Has a genuine desire to make a positive impact on young people's lives.

Understands the importance of trauma-informed, compassionate care.

Is adaptable, creative, and open-minded.

Values ongoing learning and personal growth.

Is committed to working for a purpose-driven organisation that prioritises authenticity and integrity.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you are passionate about this role, your experience working with young people, and your approach to wellbeing.

Note: We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, especially those with lived experience.

Job Types: Part-time, Freelance

Pay: £20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme

Application question(s):

• If you could imagine a young person in need of support, what creative or unconventional way would you use to help them feel heard and empowered?

Work Location: On the road