Increase your chances of reaching the interview stage by reading the complete job description and applying promptly. Location: West Sussex Salary: £39,862 Are you passionate about improving mental health outcomes for vulnerable young people? We are recruiting a Mental Health Programme Manager to join an alternative provision in West Sussex, leading mental health and wellbeing support across primary and secondary settings. This is a fantastic leadership opportunity to support pupils with complex emotional and mental health needs, improving attendance, engagement and access to education. The Role: Mental Health Programme Manager Design and lead a whole-school mental health and wellbeing strategy.
Deliver targeted 1:1 and group interventions for vulnerable pupils.
Conduct mental health assessments and develop tailored support plans.
Support pupils at risk of exclusion or disengagement.
Embed trauma-informed approaches across SEND and pastoral practice.
Coordinate referrals to CAMHS and external mental health services.
Work closely with families, senior leaders and external professionals.
Lead staff training and mental health awareness initiatives.
Promote early intervention, resilience and emotional wellbeing.
Maintain accurate clinical and safeguarding records.
The Ideal Candidate for the Mental Health Programme Manager Role: Strong background in mental health, psychology or therapeutic support.
Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN), or background in Social Work. Experience working with vulnerable children and young people.
Ability to lead and develop mental health programmes.
Knowledge of safeguarding, SEND and trauma-informed practice.
Experience with multi-agency working and external referrals.
Confident delivering assessments, interventions and staff training.
Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
Passionate about improving outcomes in alternative provision.
Full UK Driving Licence and own car essential. Must be willing to travel across multiple West Sussex sites (business mileage reimbursed) Why Apply? Opportunity to lead a targeted mental health programme.
Supportive multidisciplinary working environment.
Ongoing CPD and leadership development.
Make a real difference to vulnerable young people.
Additional Information Must have the right to work in the UK.
Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police checks required where appropriate.
Interested in the Mental Health Programme Manager role in West Sussex? Apply now or contact Maddy Thatcher at Academics! xrexnqw | Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
