Transitions Coordinator

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Transitions Coordinator to lead and develop our Transitions Wellbeing work across Leeds and Wakefield. This is a key leadership role, responsible for coordinating high-quality mental health and wellbeing support for young people as they transition between services, particularly from CAMHS to adult provision.

You will provide day-to-day management, supervision and support to the Transitions team, including CAMHS Transition Wellbeing Workers and Healthy Working Life workers. Working closely with partners, commissioners and internal teams, you will play a vital role in ensuring services meet the needs of young people and deliver positive, measurable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate, manage and develop Transitions projects across Leeds and Wakefield
• Provide line management, supervision and support to Transitions staff
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead across Transitions and Community Health and Prevention, managing risk and safeguarding concerns
• Ensure effective delivery of commissioned work, meeting outcomes, targets and reporting requirements
• Build and maintain strong relationships with CAMHS, ICBs, local authorities, education providers and third-sector partners
• Oversee coordination and delivery of individual and group wellbeing support programmes
• Champion the voices of young people and advocate on their behalf
• Contribute to service development, co-production and identifying new funding opportunities
• Maintain accurate data, monitoring and evaluation in line with funder and organisational requirements
• Support quality assurance through case reviews, training and performance management

About You

We are looking for someone who brings strong leadership skills and a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable young people.

You will have:

• At least two years' experience working with vulnerable young people (up to age 25), including outreach work
• Experience of line management, supervision and staff support
• Experience of planning and delivering individual or group wellbeing and mental health support
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and experience acting as a Designated Safeguarding Lead
• Knowledge of the health, emotional and practical challenges faced by vulnerable young people
• Experience of multi-agency working with statutory and voluntary sector partners
• Knowledge of mental health support services across Leeds and Wakefield
• Experience supporting young people with employment, education and training pathways

It would be desirable if you also have:

• Knowledge of CAMHS services and transitions processes
• Understanding of adult mental health services
• Experience managing risk and complex mental health presentations

Our Values

We are looking for someone who shares our organisational values of:

• Compassion - placing young people at the heart of everything we do
• Courage - advocating for change and challenging barriers
• Collaboration - working closely with partners, colleagues and communities

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful difference to young people's mental health and wellbeing
• Be part of a supportive, values-led organisation
• Access regular supervision, training and professional development
• Work in partnership with a wide range of services and agencies across the region

How To Apply

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Closing Date: Monday 20th April 2026 Interview Date: Wednesday 29th April 2026