Lead School Therapist

Arco Academy; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Arco Academy in Camberwell, London, seeks a Lead School Therapist to support students’ emotional wellbeing and promote mental health across the school.

The role involves leading counselling programmes, collaborating with staff and external agencies, and maintaining confidential records. Applicants should have a Level 7 qualification or equivalent and at least two years’ experience with adolescents. Immediate start; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a counsellor or therapist working with adolescents.
• Relevant professional qualification in counselling, psychotherapy or related field.
• Strong understanding of adolescent development and mental health issues.
• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counselling sessions to students.
• Develop therapeutic programmes tailored to student needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external agencies to support student welfare.
• Lead initiatives promoting mental health awareness within the school community.
• Maintain accurate records while ensuring confidentiality.

Skills

Counselling

Adolescent psychology

Communication

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

Level 7 qualification

Job description

Arco Academy is an independent co-educational day secondary school in Camberwell, London, specialising in sports. We provide tailored education for students referred by mainstream schools and the Local Authority, with a strong focus on pastoral care and holistic development.We are currently seeking a dedicated School Counsellor and Lead Therapist to join our team. This role is vital in supporting the emotional and mental well-being of our students, helping them navigate challenges and thrive both academically and personally.

Position: Lead School Therapist
Location: United Kingdom
Education Stage: Secondary

Qualifications: Level 7 qualification or equivalent

Minimum Experience: 2 years

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group counselling sessions to students.
• Develop therapeutic programmes tailored to student needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external agencies to support student welfare.
• Lead initiatives promoting mental health awareness within the school community.
• Maintain accurate records while ensuring confidentiality.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a counsellor or therapist working with adolescents.
• Relevant professional qualification in counselling, psychotherapy or related field.
• Strong understanding of adolescent development and mental health issues.
• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Values and Attitudes:

• Empathy, patience, and genuine care for young people’s wellbeing.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality with integrity.
• Proactive approach towards problem-solving with resilience under pressure.
• Respect for diversity including cultural sensitivity within the school community.
• Dedication to continuous professional development.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact on young lives through compassionate support services at Arco Academy, we encourage you to apply.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

The role is scheduled to commence immediately. Candidates who are available to start earlier are encouraged to clearly outline their availability in their expression of interest or cover letter, submitted to [e-mail]

The school reserves the right to close this advert early and appoint before the stated closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.