Counsellor - BACP Accredited

Randstad UK; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Randstad UK seeks a part-time Seasonal Counsellor to support University of Glasgow students on campus. You will provide short-term, solution-focused counselling, using CBT/SFBT approaches, to help students navigate academic and personal life transitions.

Accredited MBACP membership and a background in UK Higher Education are essential. The role offers flexible hours within a university setting and aims to promote student well-being and retention.

Qualifications

• Minimum 400 post-qualification clinical hours.
• Experience working in UK Higher Education settings.
• Ongoing clinical supervision and professional liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Clinical intervention with 1:1 short-term, evidence-based counselling (CBT/SFBT).
• Manage a diverse clinical caseload with attention to safety, confidentiality and ethics.
• Systematically monitor outcomes using measures (e.g., CORE10).
• Maintain GDPR-aligned professional conduct and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Clinical counselling

CBT

SFBT

Brief models

GDPR compliance

Clinical supervision

Education

MBACP Accred

Job description

Location

University of Glasgow (On-campus)

Rate of Pay

£28.00 per hour + £3.38 accrued holiday pay (Totaling £31.38/hr inclusive of 12% holiday pay)

Contract - PAYEE

Part-time, flexible hours to suit your schedule

About the Role

Are you a dedicated clinician passionate about supporting young adults and mature students through pivotal life transitions?

is proud to partner with the

University

to deliver exceptional, clinical mental health support that directly impacts student well-being and academic retention. We are seeking highly qualified,

BACP-accredited counsellors

to join our team for the upcoming academic year.

In this role, you will deliver professional, short-term, solution-focused therapeutic interventions, empowering students to navigate the unique pressures of university life, manage complex mental health challenges, and achieve their full personal and academic potential.

Key Responsibilities

As a Seasonal Counsellor, you will manage a diverse clinical caseload, ensuring the highest standards of safety, confidentiality, and therapeutic effectiveness:

Clinical Intervention

Provide tailored, 1:1 short-term therapeutic counselling utilising evidence-based, brief manualised models (e.g., CBT, SFBT).

Caseload Management

Support students facing a wide spectrum of presenting issues, including:

• Academic life cycle pressures (dissertation stress, exam anxiety, procrastination, and study-related blockages).
• Personal growth challenges (identity, transition, self-esteem, and relationship dynamics).
• Clinical presentations (anxiety, depression, and eating concerns).

Outcomes Monitoring

Systematically administer and interpret clinical outcome measures (including CORE10) to track treatment effectiveness and inform clinical decision-making.

Strictly adhere to institutional risk assessment and safeguarding protocols, ensuring swift and appropriate escalation of complex, high-risk cases.

Professional Conduct

Maintain absolute client confidentiality in full compliance with GDPR and ethical frameworks.

What We Are Looking For (Requirements)

To thrive in this specialised higher education environment, you must possess:

Accreditation

Accredited membership with the BACP (MBACP Accred).

Clinical Experience

A minimum of 400 post-qualification clinical hours, with a proven track record of managing a regular, structured caseload.

Sector Expertise

Prior experience providing clinical support within a UK Higher Education setting, including familiarity with university administrative and referral pathways.

Modality Proficiency

Strong experience utilising brief, solution-focused, or annualised therapeutic models.

Compliance & Safety

Evidence of ongoing regular clinical supervision and a valid professional liability insurance policy.

Why Join Randstad

This role offers the perfect balance of clinical autonomy and institutional support. You will enjoy excellent hourly rates, a highly flexible scheduling model that fits your existing practice, and the rewarding opportunity to make a measurable difference in student's lives at a world-class Russell Group university.