Counsellor Required: Gloucester, Gloucestershire

WhereToTalk; Gloucester; Sur place; GBP 27 000 - 29 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Auto-enrolment pension (6% employer contribution)

25 days leave plus public holidays

Comprehensive training and development programme

Résumé du poste

An organization dedicated to women's empowerment in Gloucestershire is seeking a Counsellor to deliver one-to-one counselling to women facing multiple disadvantages. The ideal candidate will hold a diploma-level counselling qualification and be committed to making a real impact. You'll work in a supportive, women-only environment and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. The role offers flexible hours, a salary between £27,000 and £29,000, and numerous benefits, including a generous pension scheme and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Diploma-level counselling qualification and BACP registration (or eligibility to apply).
• Experience in delivering support to team members is a plus.
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality.

Responsabilités

• Deliver one-to-one counselling using various therapeutic approaches.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Support women's recovery journeys, ensuring confidentiality.

Connaissances

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Motivational interviewing

Cognitive behavioural therapy

Trauma-informed approaches

Formation

Diploma-level counselling qualification

BACP Registration

Description du poste

The Nelson Trust

£27,000 to £29,000 per year Salary dependent on experience

Are you passionate about empowering women and transforming lives?
Join our award-winning team at The Nelson Trust Women’s Centre in Gloucester as a dedicated Counsellor and help women overcome trauma, mental health challenges, substance use, and justice involvement.

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver one-to-one counselling to women facing multiple disadvantages, using motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioural therapy, and trauma-informed approaches.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team in a safe, women-only space.
• Support women on their recovery journeys, ensuring their safety, confidentiality, and well-being.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of psychological services and the wider Women’s Centre community.

What We’re Looking For:

• Diploma-level counselling qualification and BACP registration (or eligibility and willingness to apply for accreditation).
• Experience in delivering supervision and support to team members is a plus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and continuous professional development.

What We Offer:

• Salary: £27,000 – £29,000 (dependent on experience)
• Auto-enrolment pension (6% employer contribution)
• Full or part-time hours available
• 25 days leave (pro rata) plus public holidays
• A supportive, values-driven environment where your work truly matters

Ready to make a real impact?
Apply today and be part of a committed team dedicated to empowering women and promoting their well-being in the community.

Due to the nature of the work carried out in our Women’s Centres this role is restricted to female applicants only in accordance with the provisions of the occupational requirement (Equality Act 2010, pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1).

The Nelson Trust is committed to safeguarding, the successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced Children & Adults DBS check

We have become known for the quality of our work and ability to provide bespoke care and support services. While we are proud of our achievements so far, we are ambitious and want to continue to grow and diversify our workforce.

We recognise that employees from different backgrounds bring unique knowledge, perspectives and experiences and we are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from individuals across all sectors of society.

This is an opportunity for new, challenging and highly rewarding experiences. Our staff make a real difference to people’s lives and in return for your commitment and enthusiasm, we offer a comprehensive training and development programme a generous pension scheme and a positive working environment.