Lecturer - Counselling PTHP

Educators; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardiff and Vale College is seeking a Counselling Tutor/Lecturer to join the Health and Care team. You will plan, deliver and assess counselling teaching across programmes, supporting learners to achieve goals and progress to further study or employment.

You will hold a relevant degree or HND and a teaching qualification such as a PGCE, with strong communication and organisational skills to engage learners at multiple levels. MS Office proficiency and a commitment to CPD are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or HND required or equivalent.
• PGCE or recognised teaching qualification preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills essential for learner support.
• Commitment to learner achievement and wellbeing with a learner-centred approach.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging counselling lessons and assessments.
• Provide tutorial support and contribute to curriculum development.
• Maintain accurate records and participate in course evaluation.
• Possible evening teaching across College sites and community locations.

Skills

Teaching

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

MS Office

Student support

Education

Relevant Degree or HND

PGCE or teaching qualification

Tools

MS Office suite

Job description

• Salary: £23.58 - £46.39 per hour dependent on experience and qualifications
• Closing Date:24 September, 2026 12:00 AM

Salary: £23.58 - £46.39 per hour dependent on experience and qualifications

Cardiff and Vale College is looking to appoint an enthusiastic and learner-focused Counselling Tutor/Lecturer to join our Health and Care team.

This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality teaching and learning to counselling learners across a range of programmes. You will play a key role in supporting learners to achieve their academic goals, develop professionally and progress successfully into further study or employment. The role includes teaching, assessment, tutorial support and curriculum development, alongside contributing to the wider success of the department.

What You'll Do

You will plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons, assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback to support achievement. You will also undertake tutorial responsibilities, identify and support learner needs, maintain accurate records and contribute to course evaluation and curriculum development activities.

Working collaboratively with colleagues and external partners, you will help ensure an outstanding learner experience while supporting departmental and College objectives. The role may involve teaching across College sites and community-based locations, including some evening provision.

About You

You will hold a relevant Degree or HND and a recognised teaching qualification such as a PGCE. You will have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills and be committed to supporting learner achievement and wellbeing.

We are looking for an innovative, enthusiastic and adaptable individual with teaching experience and the ability to engage learners across a range of levels. You will be a strong team player who can work effectively in a busy environment while maintaining a learner-centred approach. Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and a commitment to continuous professional development are essential.

Why Join Us

At Cardiff and Vale College, you'll join one of the UK's leading colleges, committed to delivering exceptional education and training. We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a meaningful difference to learners and the communities we serve.

Additional Information

The closing date for completed applications is 17th September 2027 at 11:59pm.

All vacancies are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Employment cannot commence until a satisfactory and up-to-date DBS check has been received. The College's Procedure for the Suitability of Ex-Offenders for Employment is available upon request.

Please note that some roles may require registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC). Where this applies, employment will be conditional upon obtaining and maintaining the appropriate registration.

Employment with Cardiff and Vale College is also subject to satisfactory references. Before employment can commence, the College must receive two references, one of which must be from your current or most recent employer. Referees will be contacted following appointment.

These checks form part of our pre-employment requirements and must be satisfactorily completed before employment can commence.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities and are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the learners and communities we serve. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we are committed to the recruitment, development and retention of disabled people, ensuring an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.