Job title: Mental Health Practitioner
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Primary / Infant / Junior
Functional Expertise: SEND Teaching and Support
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: London, UK
Job published: 04-07-2025
Job ID: 106428

Job Description

Mental Health Practitioner – Waltham Forest, London – September 2025 Start

Are you passionate about supporting the mental health and emotional wellbeing of children with special educational needs? This welcoming primary school in Waltham Forest, London, is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Practitioner to join their team from September 2025.

Why become a Mental Health Practitioner?

  • Long-term role until July 2026, offering consistency and professional development.

  • Ideal stepping stone for careers in child psychology, education, or therapeutic settings.

  • Weekly CPD sessions designed to boost your knowledge and practical skills.

  • Collaborate closely with the SENDCo, supporting children with SEMH, neurodiversity, and speech and language challenges.

  • Receive expert-led training from both a Speech and Language Therapist and an Educational Psychologist.

Key Responsibilities of a Mental Health Practitioner:

  • Deliver emotional and behavioural support in group settings and 1:1 interventions.

  • Tailor strategies to support individual student needs.

  • Work alongside the SENDCo and teaching staff to create engaging and inclusive learning environments.

  • Promote mental wellbeing across the classroom and school community.

Essential Criteria for a Mental Health Practitioner:

  • Minimum 2:1 degree from a top 20 UK University.

  • Strong interest in mental health, education, and supporting vulnerable children.

  • Experience working with children affected by SEMH in a care or support role.

  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Job Details
Location: Waltham Forest, London
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term until July 2026
Start Date: September 2025
Pay: £444-£513 Weekly via PAYE (Holiday Pay Included)

Ribbons & Reeves are proud to be London’s leading Education Recruiters. We connect professionals to long-term and permanent roles, including this Mental Health Practitioner position in Waltham Forest. Visit our website and search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’ for more opportunities. We look forward to supporting your application for this rewarding Mental Health Practitioner role.