Young Person’s Practitioner
Quick answer
Action for Children is hiring a part-time Young Person’s Practitioner in South Lanarkshire to deliver mental health programmes, paying £26,006.84 pro rata.
- Role
- Young Person’s Practitioner
- Organization
- Action for Children
- Location
- South Lanarkshire (and sometimes other central belt locations)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- £26,006.84 pro rata
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
- Apply by
- 2026-07-30
The role
Action for Children is seeking a Young Person’s Practitioner to deliver The Blues Programme and Bouncing Back in schools, supporting adolescent mental health.
What you'll do
- Delivering group work in up to 4 schools per week
- Breaking down barriers surrounding adolescent mental health issues
- Giving young people tools to manage their own emotional wellbeing
- Working in partnership with schools and school management
What it takes
- Experience of delivering evidence-based programmes
- Understanding of working within a school or education environment
- Commitment to supporting Young People's mental health
What you'll bring
How we treat you
29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with up to 5 additional days for continuous service and option to buy or sell leave; professional qualifications training/development opportunities; flexible maternity, adoption, and paternity packages; pension with up to 7% employer contribution including life assurance cover; staff discount portal and Blue Light Card eligibility
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The role will be based in South Lanarkshire, with some travel to other central belt locations.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is £26,006.84 pro rata.
What are the key qualifications required?
Experience of delivering evidence-based programmes, understanding of working within a school or education environment, and commitment to supporting Young People's mental health.
How do I apply?
Applications should be sent to Jessica Jarvis at [email protected] quoting reference 13401 by Thursday 30th July.
Is the job remote or in-office?
The role is hybrid, with flexibility to work from home or office depending on what works best for you.
How to apply
Apply directly on Action for Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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