Peripatetic School-Based Counselling Supervisor

Place2be; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Learning and development

5% contributory pension

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Mobile phone discounts

Wellbeing days

Christmas closure period

Job summary

Place2Be is a leading mental health charity seeking a Supervising Counsellor-Peripatetic to deliver high-quality counselling support across schools in South London. You will supervise school-based staff and ensure therapeutic provision is embedded within each setting.

The role involves travelling within the locality, covering new school setups, and supporting staff absences while collaborating closely with schools to help children and families access timely, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Qualified therapist/counsellor with at least 1 year of experience in the profession.
• Experience delivering counselling in school settings is advantageous.
• Ability to travel across South London locations as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervisory counselling services in schools to support children and families.
• Manage the Place2Be school project in partnership with schools and staff.
• Coordinate coverage for new school setups and short/long-term absences.
• Engage in ongoing training and professional development.

Skills

Therapist/Counsellor

School-based experience

Job description

Place2Be is a leading mental health charity seeking a Supervising Counsellor-Peripatetic to deliver high-quality counselling support across schools in South London. You will supervise school-based staff and ensure therapeutic provision is embedded within each setting.

The role involves travelling within the locality, covering new school setups, and supporting staff absences while collaborating closely with schools to help children and families access timely, compassionate care.