James Brookes

James Brookes is an experienced Education Mental Health Practitioner currently working at Compass since January 2023. Previously, James held similar roles at Action for Children and served as a Trainee Education Mental Health Practitioner. James began a career in education as a SEN Teaching Assistant at Brays School and has a background in care services as a Senior Care Officer and Care Officer at Serenity Specialist Care. James's professional journey began in the hospitality industry at Greene King. An academic background includes a Postgraduate Diploma in Education Mental Health Practice from the University of Derby, a Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People’s Workforce from Sutton Coldfield Training, and a BSc in Psychology from the University of Derby.