Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for two Therapeutic Practitioner (Children & Young People) roles based in Halifax, on a full-time, permanent basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £40,290 – £46,330 per annum.
Main duties of the job
Are you the calm, knowledgeable voice to help children and young people get the mental health support they need?
At Northpoint, we’re building a future where children, young people, and families can access timely, compassionate mental health support close to home. We’re looking for a caring and motivated Therapeutic Practitioner to join our Open Minds (CAMHS) team in Calderdale. Our ideal candidate is someone who can deliver effective interventions, work creatively in a dynamic environment, and collaborate closely with partners to improve outcomes for children and families.
Our offer to you:
35-hour full-time working week with hybrid options – giving you flexibility to balance work and home life
28 days holiday plus 3 extra days over Christmas
Ongoing professional development
Enhanced leave policies that support you when it matters most
Opportunities to join peer support groups
What you'll bring as our Therapeutic Practitioner:
Warmth, compassion, and positivity, building strong, trusting relationships with children, young people, families, and colleagues
A proactive and adaptable approach, able to work independently while collaborating effectively with the team
Strong organisational skills to manage your workload confidently in a busy environment
Thoughtful and responsive, ensuring children and families feel supported every step of the way
Closing date: 07 December 2025
We review applications regularly and sometimes close adverts early if we receive a high level of interest or find someone who is a great fit, so don't wait to apply.
We are commited to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expect all employees to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require an Enhanced Children's Workforce DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
About us
Why choose Northpoint?
We are dedicated to providing a range of talking and digital therapies to children, young people, and adults across Yorkshire and the surrounding areas. Our core values; professionalism, responsiveness, collaboration, and transparency, guide everything we do.
We envision a world that supports good mental health for all. Our mission is to deliver effective mental healthcare and improve the mental health system in Yorkshire and beyond. With years of dedication, weve built a reputation for genuine expertise, trusted by both those who commission our services and those who seek our help.
We know that difference brings strength. Whoever you are, we want you to feel welcome, valued, and able to be yourself here.
If youre ready to make a meaningful impact as a Therapeutic Practitioner and be a vital part of a team transforming mental health support, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We have an exciting opportunity for two Therapeutic Practitioner (Children & Young People) roles based in Halifax, on a full-time, permanent basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £40,290 – £46,330 per annum.
Are you the calm, knowledgeable voice to help children and young people get the mental health support they need?
At Northpoint, we’re building a future where children, young people, and families can access timely, compassionate mental health support close to home. We’re looking for a caring and motivated Therapeutic Practitioner to join our Open Minds (CAMHS) team in Calderdale. Our ideal candidate is someone who can deliver effective interventions, work creatively in a dynamic environment, and collaborate closely with partners to improve outcomes for children and families.
Our offer to you:
Why choose Northpoint?
We’re dedicated to providing a range of talking and digital therapies to children, young people, and adults across Yorkshire and the surrounding areas. Our core values; professionalism, responsiveness, collaboration, and transparency, guide everything we do.
We envision a world that supports good mental health for all. Our mission is to deliver effective mental healthcare and improve the mental health system in Yorkshire and beyond. With years of dedication, we've built a reputation for genuine expertise, trusted by both those who commission our services and those who seek our help.
We know that difference brings strength. Whoever you are, we want you to feel welcome, valued, and able to be yourself here.
What you’ll do as our Therapeutic Practitioner:
-
Deliver short-term, evidence-based interventions, helping service users identify goals, measure progress, and celebrate success
-
Work collaboratively with schools, CAMHS, voluntary sector partners, and other services to ensure joined-up care
What you’ll bring as our Therapeutic Practitioner:
-
Warmth, compassion, and positivity, building strong, trusting relationships with children, young people, families, and colleagues
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact as a Therapeutic Practitioner and be a vital part of a team transforming mental health support, we’d love to hear from you.
Closing date: 07 December 2025
We review applications regularly and sometimes close adverts early if we receive a high level of interest or find someone who’s a great fit, so don’t wait to apply.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all employees to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require an Enhanced Children’s Workforce DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We have an exciting opportunity for two Therapeutic Practitioner (Children & Young People) roles based in Halifax, on a full-time, permanent basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £40,290 – £46,330 per annum.
Are you the calm, knowledgeable voice to help children and young people get the mental health support they need?
At Northpoint, we’re building a future where children, young people, and families can access timely, compassionate mental health support close to home. We’re looking for a caring and motivated Therapeutic Practitioner to join our Open Minds (CAMHS) team in Calderdale. Our ideal candidate is someone who can deliver effective interventions, work creatively in a dynamic environment, and collaborate closely with partners to improve outcomes for children and families.
Our offer to you:
Why choose Northpoint?
We’re dedicated to providing a range of talking and digital therapies to children, young people, and adults across Yorkshire and the surrounding areas. Our core values; professionalism, responsiveness, collaboration, and transparency, guide everything we do.
We envision a world that supports good mental health for all. Our mission is to deliver effective mental healthcare and improve the mental health system in Yorkshire and beyond. With years of dedication, we've built a reputation for genuine expertise, trusted by both those who commission our services and those who seek our help.
We know that difference brings strength. Whoever you are, we want you to feel welcome, valued, and able to be yourself here.
What you’ll do as our Therapeutic Practitioner:
-
Deliver short-term, evidence-based interventions, helping service users identify goals, measure progress, and celebrate success
-
Work collaboratively with schools, CAMHS, voluntary sector partners, and other services to ensure joined-up care
What you’ll bring as our Therapeutic Practitioner:
-
Warmth, compassion, and positivity, building strong, trusting relationships with children, young people, families, and colleagues
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact as a Therapeutic Practitioner and be a vital part of a team transforming mental health support, we’d love to hear from you.
Closing date: 07 December 2025
We review applications regularly and sometimes close adverts early if we receive a high level of interest or find someone who’s a great fit, so don’t wait to apply.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all employees to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require an Enhanced Children’s Workforce DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
Person Specification
Qualifications & registration
Essential
- A relevant professional qualification OR a relevant therapeutic qualification
- Membership/registration of relevant professional body OR the relevant qualifications, experience, and willingness to achieve registration/membership within 12 months.
Desirable
- CYP IAPT qualification/training
- Accreditation of relevant professional body
- Relevant post-qualification training
Knowledge and understanding
Essential
- Knowledge of common mental/emotional health issues and the impact these can have on children, young people, and their families.
- Demonstrable knowledge of relevant safeguarding and mental health legislation.
Desirable
- Familiarity with electronic patient management systems such as IAPTus.
- Awareness of relevant initiatives and frameworks, including Thrive Elaborated, Choice & Partnership Approach (CAPA), and CYP IAPT.
- Knowledge of Calderdale emotional health and wellbeing services.
- Knowledge of relevant CYP IAPT outcome measures.
- Knowledge of autism and ADHD.
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 1 years post-qualification experience of working with children and young people with mental health difficulties.
- Experience of using outcome measures and providing evidence-based practice.
- Experience of multi-agency collaborative working.
Desirable
- Experience of working with parents/carers.
- Experience of working in CAMHS or similar mental health service.
- Experience of working in (or with) schools and education settings.
Skills and competencies
Essential
- Ability to carry out mental health assessments including assessment of risk, analysis of strengths, and protective factors.
- Ability to assess child protection concerns and to follow relevant safeguarding procedures.
- Ability to form relationships with children and young people in a way which respects their individuality and helps them to build on their existing skills and resources.
- Ability to provide consultation, guidance, and advice to professionals in other services on how to support children, young people & families who present with emotional/mental health issues.
- Ability to provide culturally sensitive support.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to think clinically/therapeutically about client need.
- Ability to write concise and informative reports and letters.
- Ability to use and interpret outcome measures to monitor intervention effectiveness.
- Competent ICT skills.
Desirable
Qualities and values
Essential
- Proactive, reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
- Ability to prioritise workload and multitask.
- Flexible to meet service needs.
- Well organised and able to manage time effectively.
- Assertive and confident.
- Approachable, positive, and enthusiastic.
- Displays care, compassion, sensitivity, and responsiveness to other peoples feelings and needs.
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Able to develop, establish and maintain positive relationships.
Desirable
- Ability to mediate successfully/resolve conflict situations.
- Car driver with clean driving license and access to own vehicle.
Person Specification
Qualifications & registration
Essential
- A relevant professional qualification OR a relevant therapeutic qualification
- Membership/registration of relevant professional body OR the relevant qualifications, experience, and willingness to achieve registration/membership within 12 months.
Desirable
- CYP IAPT qualification/training
- Accreditation of relevant professional body
- Relevant post-qualification training
Knowledge and understanding
Essential
- Knowledge of common mental/emotional health issues and the impact these can have on children, young people, and their families.
- Demonstrable knowledge of relevant safeguarding and mental health legislation.
Desirable
- Familiarity with electronic patient management systems such as IAPTus.
- Awareness of relevant initiatives and frameworks, including Thrive Elaborated, Choice & Partnership Approach (CAPA), and CYP IAPT.
- Knowledge of Calderdale emotional health and wellbeing services.
- Knowledge of relevant CYP IAPT outcome measures.
- Knowledge of autism and ADHD.
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 1 years post-qualification experience of working with children and young people with mental health difficulties.
- Experience of using outcome measures and providing evidence-based practice.
- Experience of multi-agency collaborative working.
Desirable
- Experience of working with parents/carers.
- Experience of working in CAMHS or similar mental health service.
- Experience of working in (or with) schools and education settings.
Skills and competencies
Essential
- Ability to carry out mental health assessments including assessment of risk, analysis of strengths, and protective factors.
- Ability to assess child protection concerns and to follow relevant safeguarding procedures.
- Ability to form relationships with children and young people in a way which respects their individuality and helps them to build on their existing skills and resources.
- Ability to provide consultation, guidance, and advice to professionals in other services on how to support children, young people & families who present with emotional/mental health issues.
- Ability to provide culturally sensitive support.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to think clinically/therapeutically about client need.
- Ability to write concise and informative reports and letters.
- Ability to use and interpret outcome measures to monitor intervention effectiveness.
- Competent ICT skills.
Desirable
Qualities and values
Essential
- Proactive, reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
- Ability to prioritise workload and multitask.
- Flexible to meet service needs.
- Well organised and able to manage time effectively.
- Assertive and confident.
- Approachable, positive, and enthusiastic.
- Displays care, compassion, sensitivity, and responsiveness to other peoples feelings and needs.
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Able to develop, establish and maintain positive relationships.
Desirable
- Ability to mediate successfully/resolve conflict situations.
- Car driver with clean driving license and access to own vehicle.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
