Counsellor on Placement Sunderland

Place2Be; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in children's mental health is seeking Counsellors on Placement to offer vital emotional support to children in schools. The role offers opportunities for professional development and accrued clinical hours towards accreditation, ideal for new graduates or students.

Benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Professional development workshops

Contribute towards clinical accreditation

Qualifications

• Qualified or qualifying Counsellor, Therapist, or Clinical Psychologist.
• First-year students with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one counselling to children, working at least one day per week.
• Participate in regular supervision and training workshops.
• Complete placement during term time for up to one academic year.

Skills

Emotional support

Therapeutic skills

Education

Diploma (Level 4 or above)

Degree in relevant fields

MSc or MA in relevant fields

Job description

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Counsellor on Placement Sunderland, Sunderland

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Client:

Place2Be

Location:

Sunderland, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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About The Role

Place2Be is seeking Counsellors on Placement to provide emotional and therapeutic support to children and young people aged 4-18 in partner schools across the North East. Applicants should review the Placement Map to confirm their ability to travel to the schools listed. Please mention your preferred schools in your application; note that this does not guarantee placement in those schools.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing one-to-one counselling to children, working at least one day per week.
• Participating in regular supervision, training workshops, and induction programs.
• Completing placement during term time for up to one academic year, with potential for extension.
• Attending workshops for professional development, recognized for CPD hours.
• Gaining clinical hours applicable towards professional accreditation, acknowledged by BACP and UKCP.

We support career progression, with many staff starting as placement counsellors. Opportunities are available in primary and secondary schools nationwide.

Counting your hours

All clinical hours can contribute towards accreditation. Check with your course tutor regarding acceptance of child hours. If not accepted, you may consider a second placement.

Diversity and Inclusion

Place2Be is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds, especially Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic communities, and male candidates. Successful applicants will undergo an Enhanced DBS/PVG check.

About You

You should be a qualified or qualifying Counsellor, Therapist, or Clinical Psychologist, with a Diploma (Level 4 or above), Degree, MSc, or MA in relevant fields. First-year students with relevant experience are also encouraged to apply.