Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioner - Term Time


Company:	The Dare2Dream Foundation
Salary:	£24,067 to £26,599 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Didcot
Working pattern:	Field-based
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	6 Nov 2026
Closing date:	6 Dec 2026

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Summary

Support vulnerable children and young people to improve their mental health, emotional wellbeing and life opportunities through bespoke outreach interventions. Working across Didcot and surrounding areas, you will deliver 1:1 support programmes in homes, schools and community settings, assess individual needs, develop tailored support plans, and work closely with families and partner agencies to achieve positive outcomes. This is a field-based, term-time only role (41 weeks per year) with regular travel required.

Essential requirements

Experience working with vulnerable children and young people, particularly those with social, emotional, behavioural or mental health needs. Ability to plan and deliver effective 1:1 interventions that support mental health, wellbeing and personal development. Strong understanding of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, schools, local authorities and other professionals. Experience assessing needs, developing personalised support plans and reviewing progress against agreed outcomes. Ability to manage referrals, maintain confidential records and produce accurate reports. Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently in community-based settings. Level 3 qualification in a relevant field such as Counselling, Youth Work, Education, Health & Social Care or a related discipline. Degree-level qualification in a relevant subject is desirable. At least two years' experience supporting vulnerable children and young people with complex needs. Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle. Willingness and ability to transport children and young people as part of service delivery.

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