Careers at Northpoint

Do you want to help make a difference to thousands of people each year?

We have a unique opportunity for a Mental Health and Wellbeing Advisor (MHA) to join Northpoint’s Mental Health Hub, working hybrid across the Leeds Student Medical Practice (LSMP), The Light Surgery (TLS), and Small Mill, Leeds. This is a front‑facing, rewarding role supporting adults with mild to moderate mental health needs through timely triage, brief intervention, and signposting. You will join us on a fixed-term contract, part-time (14 hours per week), with a competitive salary and employer pension contribution.

Why us? 

Northpoint is a BACP‑accredited organisation committed to delivering high‑quality, accessible mental health support across West Yorkshire. Our services are designed to provide timely, informed responses that connect people with the right support, at the right time, in line with each person’s needs and goals. Alongside the Mental Health Hub, we provide therapeutic interventions, school‑based support, and lead local mental health partnerships with ICBs and NHS Trusts. You’ll be joining a values‑driven, collaborative, forward‑thinking organisation focused on making mental health support more accessible for all.

What We Offer

• Part-time: 14 hours per week (fixed-term contract, Maternity Cover  (9 Months )
• Salary: Agenda for Change Band 5, £31,049
• 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) plus statutory holidays
• Up to 3 discretionary leave days at Christmas
• Employer pension contribution (defined contribution scheme)
• Structured line management supervision
• Clinical supervision within work time (or funded externally where agreed)
• Peer support and CPD workshops
• Flexible working opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive and values-driven culture

What you will be doing as our Mental Health and Wellbeing Advisor (MHA)

As our Mental Health and Wellbeing Advisor, you will:

• Provide face-to-face and telephone triage within the Mental Health Hub
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, including risk assessment (self-harm, suicide, safeguarding, vulnerability)
• Identify presenting needs such as anxiety, depression, panic, sleep difficulties and situational distress
• Deliver short-term, psychologically informed interventions including coping strategies and psychoeducation
• Provide supportive conversations that empower individuals to understand and manage their challenges
• Determine appropriate next steps – brief intervention, signposting or onward referral
• Work collaboratively across Primary Care, Secondary Care and Third Sector partners

This role requires sound clinical judgement, confidence in risk assessment, and the ability to work within service targets while maintaining compassionate, person-centred care.

What are we looking for in our Mental Health and Wellbeing Advisor

• A relevant Level 3 qualification (or psychology graduate) with solid experience supporting adults with mild to moderate mental health needs
• At least two years’ experience in a mental health setting, including assessment and risk management
• Confidence delivering brief, psychologically informed, time-limited interventions
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, confidentiality and safe practice
• Excellent communication skills and confidence using core IT systems
• A compassionate, inclusive approach with a genuine commitment to empowerment and co-production

If you have the skills, knowledge, and passion to make a difference, please click ‘Apply’ to be considered for our Mental Health and Wellbeing Advisor role. We would love to hear from you!

Closing date: Sunday 22nd February

We aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working/job share opportunities for both full and part-time staff. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.