Lecturer in Counselling — Widening Access & Practice

GBS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

8 public holidays

Workplace pension

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Benefits

Perks@Work discounts

Referral scheme £500

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Job summary

GBS in Birmingham is seeking dedicated Lecturers in Counselling to teach on our BSc Psychology with Counselling programme. The role suits those who are passionate about education, widening participation, and bringing practical counselling experience into teaching.

The position is full-time and on-site in Birmingham, offering a salary of £51,000 and the opportunity to contribute to programme design, development and student success within the faculty and across GBS.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counselling or related field.
• Familiar with the BACP Ethical Framework for Counselling Professions.
• Experience teaching in UK higher education and widening access.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan and deliver teaching sessions for the faculty.
• Design assessments and provide feedback on student work.
• Support and guide students with learning and development.
• Develop and improve course materials and embeds tech in learning.
• Lead or contribute to programme design, development and reviews.
• Attend meetings and build relationships across GBS.
• Engage in internal/external events and staff development.

Skills

Master's degree

BACP Ethical Framework familiarity

UK higher education teaching

Passion for education

Widening access experience

MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel)

Excellent communication

Student supervision & feedback

Face-to-face & remote teaching

Professional conduct

Education

Master’s degree in Counselling, Psychotherapy, Psychology, or aligned field

Job description

GBS in Birmingham is seeking dedicated Lecturers in Counselling to teach on our BSc Psychology with Counselling programme. The role suits those who are passionate about education, widening participation, and bringing practical counselling experience into teaching.

The position is full-time and on-site in Birmingham, offering a salary of £51,000 and the opportunity to contribute to programme design, development and student success within the faculty and across GBS.