Careers at Northpoint

We have an exciting opportunity for a School Therapist based in Kirklees, on a 12-month fixed term, full-time or part-time basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £32,440- £40,530 per annum. 

Are you ready to use your skills and passion to support pupils’ mental health across schools in a rewarding 12-month School Therapist role? 

At Northpoint, we’re building a future where children and young people can access high-quality mental health support in schools and local communities. We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate School Therapist to join our Task Force Team in Kirklees. Our ideal candidate is someone who can deliver short-term, evidence-based therapeutic interventions, collaborate with school staff and families, and support pupils’ emotional wellbeing. 

Our offer to you: 

• 35-hour full-time working week (part-time from 28 hours considered)  
  with hybrid options – giving you flexibility to balance work and home life 

• 28 days holiday (pro rata) 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 

• Defined contribution pension scheme 

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 School Therapist: 

• Deliver one-to-one and group-based therapy to primary and secondary school pupils, including those in alternative provision 

• Assess mental health needs and risks 

• Liaise with school teams and the Task Force Team 

• Make referrals to specialist services where needed 

• Promote safeguarding and positive outcomes for all children and families 

What you’ll bring as our School Therapist: 

• A relevant therapeutic qualification  

• At least one year of post-qualification clinical experience 

• Experience working with children and young people with emotional or behavioural needs 

• Excellent communication, assessment, and record-keeping skills 

• Commitment to equality, diversity, and Northpoint’s values 

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact as a School Therapist and be a vital part of a team transforming mental health support, we’d love to hear from you. 

Closing date: 15 November 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.