Children’s mental health safeguarding knowledge is in high demand across UK care services. Graduates can pursue roles that combine direct care, policy, and leadership.

• Child Mental Health Practitioner
  Provide tailored support to children in care, managing early interventions and monitoring progress. Typical salaries range from £26,000 to £35,000.
• Safeguarding Officer
  Oversee child protection policies, investigate concerns, and ensure compliance across care settings. Salary ranges between £28,000 and £38,000.
• Social Worker – Child and Family
  Work with families to ensure children’s safety, delivering mental health support and case management. Earn £29,000 to £41,000 annually.
• Residential Care Manager
  Lead care homes, supervise staff, and ensure trauma-informed practices are implemented effectively. Salary typically £32,000–£45,000.
• Youth Mental Health Coordinator
  Design and monitor youth mental health programmes, liaising with schools and care teams. Salaries range from £27,000 to £36,000.
• Child Protection Policy Advisor
  Develop safeguarding strategies and provide guidance on legal frameworks for local authorities. Salary ranges £35,000–£50,000.
• Educational Psychologist
  Assess and support children’s mental health needs in schools and care settings. Typical earnings £38,000–£50,000.
• Care Quality Inspector
  Evaluate care standards, safeguarding compliance, and mental health interventions in care facilities. Salary £30,000–£42,000.
• Attachment Specialist
  Support staff in applying attachment-informed practices, including assessments and training. Salary ranges £33,000–£45,000.
• Mental Health Programme Lead
  Lead initiatives to improve child wellbeing across care services, ensuring systemic change. Typical salary £40,000–£55,000.