Telford and Wrekin Council is looking for a Children and Young People’s Mental Health Practitioner. It’s a fixed-term, full-time post based in Telford and Wrekin, with hybrid working, paying £40,444 to £43,149 a year. Applications close on Wednesday 18 November 2026.
About the role
Children’s services teams work with children, young people and families to keep them safe and help them thrive, from early help and family support through to child protection, fostering and care leavers. Social work roles in this area are registered with the professional regulator, and councils typically offer supervision, protected caseloads and continuing professional development.
About Telford and Wrekin Council
Telford and Wrekin Council is the unitary authority for the eastern part of Shropshire, covering Telford, Wellington, Newport, Oakengates, Madeley and Ironbridge along with surrounding villages. It runs all local council services, including schools, social care, highways, housing and planning.
What’s on offer
- Hybrid working
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible working
- Career progression
How to apply
You apply directly with Telford and Wrekin Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 18 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Telford and Wrekin Council’s website.
