Job Title: Mental Wellbeing Worker

Department: Schools Mental Wellbeing

Location: Assigned Secondary School and Turf Moor, Harry Potts Way, Burnley, BB10 4BX

Salary: £23,000 - £26,000 per annum

Contract Type: Term Time Only, Fixed Term until 31st July 2027

Working Pattern: 35 hours per week (Mon - Fri)

Closing Date: Friday, 30th October 2026

About Us:

Burnley FC in the Community (BFCitC) is the award-winning official charity of Burnley Football Club. Driven by our mission to empower, connect and inspire people to thrive, we deliver life-changing programmes and services that make a lasting difference across Burnley, Pendle, Rossendale, Ribble Valley and West Yorkshire.

Through the power of football and the strength of our communities, we support thousands of people of all ages each year to improve their health, wellbeing, education and life opportunities. Our passionate and dedicated team works across a wide range of projects, creating positive change where it is needed most.

We believe Burnley and the surrounding areas are home to exceptional people and vibrant communities. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a real impact while working for an ambitious, values-driven organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Join our team and be part of something bigger.

Why Join Us?

At Burnley FC in the Community, you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference to people's lives every day. You'll join a supportive and ambitious team that is passionate about creating positive change, while benefiting from opportunities for professional development.

About the Role:

The Mental Wellbeing Worker (MWW) is responsible for delivering targeted mental wellbeing support to young people within secondary schools across Burnley and Pendle through Burnley FC in the Community's Schools' Mental Wellbeing Project. The role aims to improve emotional wellbeing, resilience, and mental health outcomes through the delivery of high-quality 1:1 interventions, group work, psychoeducational support, and whole-school mental wellbeing initiatives.

Working collaboratively with school staff, families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies, the postholder will support young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties. The Mental Wellbeing Worker will promote mentally healthy school environments, contribute to early intervention and prevention strategies, and ensure all support is delivered safely, effectively, and in line with safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional practice standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Delivery

• Deliver high-quality 1:1 interventions and group sessions for young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties, including anxiety, low mood, emotional dysregulation and wellbeing concerns.

• Complete initial assessments, identify presenting needs, and contribute to psychologically informed support plans.

• Develop positive therapeutic relationships that empower young people to make informed decisions regarding their wellbeing and support needs.

• Assess and manage risk appropriately, ensuring concerns are escalated and managed in accordance with safeguarding procedures.

• Manage an individual caseload effectively, maintaining high standards of organisation, prioritisation, and record keeping.

• Signpost and refer young people to specialist services and external agencies where required, working within the limits of competence and professional practice.

Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Work collaboratively with school pastoral teams, families, healthcare professionals, and community organisations to ensure coordinated support for young people.

• Contribute to multi-agency meetings and discussions, providing updates on engagement, wellbeing outcomes, and support plans.

• Build positive working relationships with school staff and key stakeholders to strengthen programme impact and accessibility.

• Contribute to peer supervision and reflective practice activities, helping to maintain high standards of service delivery.

Mental Wellbeing Promotion

• Advocate for positive mental wellbeing within schools and the wider community.

• Deliver awareness raising activities, workshops and engagement opportunities that promote mental health literacy among students, staff and families.

• Challenge stigma and help remove barriers that may prevent young people from accessing support.

• Support schools in developing and maintaining a mentally healthy environment for all students.

Performance, Monitoring & Reporting

• Maintain accurate case notes, attendance records, assessments, referrals and outcomes using Salesforce, CPOMS and other organisational systems.

• Monitor progress against project outcomes and key performance indicators.

• Contribute to service evaluation through the collection, analysis and reporting of outcome data and case studies.

• Produce reports and evidence required by funders, schools and organisational stakeholders.

• Ensure all record keeping complies with information governance, safeguarding and confidentiality requirements.

General

• To understand and implement the Charity’s Safeguarding policy, procedures, and best practice guidelines in your role. To use this understanding to ensure safe working practices, appropriate reporting of concerns and contribute positively to a safe environment.

• To be able to work flexible hours where the role of the job requires. You may be required to work the occasional match day which may fall on a weekend or evening.

• To work towards agreed objectives.

• Comply with all Charity policies.

• Promote the Burnley FC in the Community brand and ethos in a professional, strong, and positive manner.

• Work alongside other team members to support in other areas of the organisation as and when required to promote best practice.

• Hold a commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace.

• Willingness to attend training courses to enhance own professional development.

• Always demonstrate the Charity’s values which are: Resilient, Inclusive, Integrity and Passion.

About You:

To be successful within this role, you will have:

• Degree in Psychology, Counselling, Mental Health, or a related discipline.

• Experience of supporting young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties.

• Experience of delivering both one-to-one and group-based interventions.

• Experience of managing competing priorities and maintaining an individual caseload effectively.

• Experience of maintaining accurate case records and handling confidential information in accordance with professional standards.

• Experience of assessing, managing, and escalating risk where appropriate.

• Experience of monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on project or service performance.

• Experience of working collaboratively with schools, external agencies, and partner organisations.

• Knowledge of low-intensity, evidence-based mental health interventions and their application within secondary school settings.

• Sound understanding of child and adolescent mental health and wellbeing.

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, policy, and best practice relating to children and vulnerable young people.

• Understanding of confidentiality, information sharing protocols, and professional boundaries.

• Knowledge of equality, diversity, inclusion, and anti-discriminatory practice.

• Manages caseloads, interventions, referrals and records effectively, ensuring timely and high-quality support for young people.

• Promotes positive mental wellbeing, challenges stigma and encourages engagement from students, families and school staff.

• Builds effective relationships with schools, families and partner agencies to coordinate support and improve outcomes.

• Engages in supervision, reflective practice and continuous learning to improve professional knowledge and service delivery.

• Places young people's needs at the centre of support, delivering responsive, person-centred interventions and positive experiences.

What We Are Looking For:

We're looking for a proactive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated individual who is passionate about making a positive difference within our communities. You will bring a positive, can-do attitude, a strong sense of personal responsibility, and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.

The successful candidate will be reliable, organised, and conscientious, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. You will demonstrate resilience when facing challenges, take initiative to solve problems, and remain focused on achieving objectives and meeting performance targets.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is committed, supportive, and driven by a genuine desire to help others, embodying the values and ambitions of Burnley FC in the Community.

What We Offer:

• Generous long service holiday scheme

• Free health and wellbeing services

• Death in service benefit

• Subsidised Burnley FC match tickets

• Discounted holiday and activity camps

• Discounted gym membership

• Learning and development opportunities

• Access to additional staff benefits and discounts

Please email HR@burnleyfc.com to request a copy of the full Job Description and Person Specification.

Safeguarding Statement

Burnley FC in the Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. We expect all employees, workers, and volunteers to share this commitment and uphold our safeguarding responsibilities.

All successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be met by the Charity.

In line with statutory safeguarding guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search may be conducted for shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence process. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and any offer of employment will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references, appropriate safeguarding checks, and an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Burnley FC in the Community is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to reach their full potential.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation background.

We are committed to ensuring a fair and accessible recruitment process and will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates who require support at any stage of the recruitment process.

Armed Forces Covenant Statement

Burnley FC in the Community proudly supports veterans, reservists, service leavers, and members of the wider Armed Forces community.

We recognise the valuable skills, experiences, and qualities that military personnel bring to the workplace and are committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of the Armed Forces community as part of our ongoing support of the Armed Forces Covenant.

Mental Health Statement

Burnley FC in the Community is committed to promoting positive mental health and wellbeing across the organisation.

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive working environment where employees feel able to seek support, discuss wellbeing openly, and access appropriate resources when needed. We recognise the importance of both physical and mental health and are dedicated to helping our people thrive both personally and professionally.