Trainee Children's Wellbeing Practitioner inTelford and Shrewsbury inTelford and Shrewsbury PUBLISHED FRI 29 NOV 2024

Band 4: £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum FIXEDTERM GOOD SALARY

HSE MENTAL HEALTH MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust r93GkdJ0

Opportunity to gain practical experience working within a developing service focused on children's mental health.

Structured training program leading to a PGDip/GradDip in Wellbeing Practice, enhancing qualifications in mental health care.

The role includes a diverse range of learning modules, promoting comprehensive knowledge in community working and therapeutic practices.

Possibility to run therapeutic groups, fostering personal development and creativity in working with children and young people.

Supportive training environment with access to personal tutors and study skills assistance, ensuring trainees are well-equipped for their studies.

Engagement with a multi-disciplinary team, providing valuable collaborative experiences in a professional setting.

The Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking Trainee Children's Wellbeing Practitioners for a fixed 12-month contract in Telford and Shrewsbury. The position involves a partnership with Northampton University, where successful applicants will pursue a PGDip/GradDip in Wellbeing Practice while providing low-intensity interventions for children and young people with mild to moderate mental health challenges. Trainees will focus on evidence-based guided self-help techniques and will work under supervision within a multi-disciplinary team in the Children and Young People's Mental Health Service (CYP IAPT).

Ideal candidates should possess A-levels or equivalent qualifications, demonstrate strong organisational skills, and have experience working with children and families facing mental health difficulties. Candidates will be required to manage a demanding schedule, including commuting to Northampton for training, and be ready to engage actively in therapeutic group sessions. Upon completion of the training, participants will be eligible for registration with the BABCP. The course begins on January 27, 2025, with an induction starting on January 20, 2025.

MPFT are recruiting Trainee Children and Young People's Wellbeing Practitioners. This is an exciting opportunity to complete your training within our developing service offering low intensity interventions within wider core CAMHS within Telford and Shropshire (BeeU Service)

Successful applicants will undertake training at Northampton University alongside working in MPFT and will be taught to deliver evidence based guided self-help interventions for children and young people (CYP) experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties.

This is a fixed term 12 month contract.

Trainees will now study for a PGDip/GradDip in Wellbeing Practice which incorporates extra modules to consider wider community working, working with individual differences and facilitating therapeutic groups.

MPFT has exciting opportunities to join our teams as part of the Recruit to Train Programme in partnership with the University of Northampton. We seek highly motivated and enthusiastic mental health practitioners to work and train within our CAMHS service.

Our trainees will need to possess the following qualities -

An ability to study at undergraduate/postgraduate level (should have A-levels or equivalent)

Be highly organised and able to manage competing demands on time

Be able to form therapeutic relationships with CYP, their families, and the local community

Show creativity and curiosity with a willingness to learn more, and try new approaches

Have experience of working with CYP and families with mental health challenges

Have a willingness to run therapeutic groups

Successful applicants will also need to make an application to University of Northampton.

About us
This is a fixed term 12 month post training role within the Children and Young People Improving Access to Psychological Therapies programme (CYP IAPT). The post-holder will work within a CYP mental health service as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering, under supervision, high-quality; brief outcome focused evidence-based interventions for children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties.

The training and service experience will equip the post holder with the necessary knowledge, attitude and capabilities to operate effectively in an inclusive, value driven service.

The post holder will attend all university based taught and self-study days required by the education provider, as specified within the agreed national curriculum and work in the service for the remaining days of the week using their newly developed skills.

The post holder will be expected to attend Northampton University for their teaching with placements available at both Telford and Shrewsbury locations with expectations to travel as part of the role.

Upon successful completion of the course, the applicant will be eligible to apply for registration with the BABCP.

That the training year can be very demanding, and there will be an expectation of commuting to the University of Northampton

That while the University does offer some study days, it is very likely they will need to study outside of their working hours

The course begins w/c 27th January 2025 and you must be able to start in service for induction period on 20th January 2025.

The assignments include written work such as case studies and reflections, presentations, observed role plays and practice

Teaching is 4 days a week for the first 3 months of the course. We then drop down to 3 days, then again to 2 days in the second half of the course.

That by taking up a place on this course they will not be eligible for a further NHSE funded course for 2 years

There is university support offered including a personal tutor, study skills support and mental health support available

Teaching is expected to be a mix of face to face and online

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1. What motivated you to apply for the Trainee Children's Wellbeing Practitioner position with Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust?

2. Can you tell us about your understanding of the issues faced by children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties?

3. How do your academic experiences, particularly your A-levels or equivalent qualifications, prepare you for studying at the postgraduate level?

4. What specific skills or knowledge do you hope to gain from the PGDip/GradDip in Wellbeing Practice?

5. Can you describe a situation where you have worked with children and young people? What challenges did you face, and how did you overcome them?

1. What motivated you to apply for the Trainee Children's Wellbeing Practitioner position with Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust?

2. Can you tell us about your understanding of the issues faced by children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties?

3. How do your academic experiences, particularly your A-levels or equivalent qualifications, prepare you for studying at the postgraduate level?

4. What specific skills or knowledge do you hope to gain from the PGDip/GradDip in Wellbeing Practice?

5. Can you describe a situation where you have worked with children and young people? What challenges did you face, and how did you overcome them?

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Useful skills for a Trainee Children's Wellbeing Practitioner: Click to view

To work as a Trainee Children's Wellbeing Practitioner (CWP) in the UK, you will need a combination of specific skills and personal attributes. Here are some key skills required for this role:

1. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for effectively interacting with children, families, and colleagues. You should be able to explain concepts simply and engage with children in a way that is approachable and supportive.

2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to understand and resonate with children’s feelings and experiences is crucial. Empathy helps you build trust and rapport, enabling children to feel safe when discussing their challenges.

3. Active Listening: You should be able to listen attentively to children and parents to fully understand their needs and concerns. This involves being non-judgmental and patient.

4. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and develop appropriate interventions or coping strategies for children experiencing difficulties.

5. Teamwork and Collaboration: Working with other professionals, such as teachers, psychologists, and social workers, requires strong collaboration skills. You should be able to contribute effectively in a multi-disciplinary team.

6. Organizational Skills: Managing case loads and maintaining accurate records requires good organizational skills. You will need to keep track of meetings, appointments, and assessments.

7. Sensitivity to Diversity: Understanding various cultural backgrounds and the unique needs of different children and families is important for providing effective support.

8. Adaptability and Resilience: The role can be challenging, and being able to adapt to new situations and remain resilient in the face of difficulties is vital.

9. Basic Knowledge of Mental Health: An understanding of common mental health issues that affect children and young people, along with the principles of wellbeing and therapeutic interventions.

10. Willingness to Learn: As a trainee, you should have a commitment to ongoing professional development and training to build your skills and knowledge over time.

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