Psychotherapist

DiverseJobsMatter; England; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted access to on-site gym and sports facilities

Free on-site parking

Access to free online qualifications and professional development

Supportive and inclusive working environment

Supportive working environment

Job summary

A well-regarded educational provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Counselling Supervisor (Psychodynamic) to support students on a Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling. The part-time role requires strong ethical practice and supervision skills. Responsibilities include providing supervision support, managing student groups, and integrating theory into practice. Qualified candidates must hold current accreditation with the BACP or an equivalent body, have at least three years of post-qualification experience, and a commitment to student development. Competitive benefits include discounts on fitness and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in psychodynamic counselling or psychotherapy is essential.
• Ongoing continuing professional development in a therapeutic context is required.
• Minimum of three years post-qualification experience.
• Current practice as a psychodynamic counsellor/psychotherapist.
• Experience in psychoeducation and professional report writing.
• Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development.
• Strong understanding of ethical supervision boundaries in training contexts.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision support to students on a Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling.
• Model psychodynamic practice consistently and professionally.
• Manage a designated student supervision group.
• Support students to apply psychodynamic theory in client work.
• Model psychodynamic practice consistently and professionally.
• Produce objective, timely written assessments and reports.
• Attend scheduled meetings and peer supervision sessions.
• Maintain professional boundaries with staff and students.
• Note that clinical responsibility remains with placement agencies.

Skills

Professionally qualified psychodynamic counsellor or psychotherapist

Current accreditation with BACP or equivalent

Minimum of three years’ post-qualification experience

Experience in psychoeducation and professional report writing

Strong understanding of ethical supervision boundaries

Education

BACP accreditation or equivalent

Job description

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Overview

Our client, a well-regarded further and higher education provider, is seeking a Counselling Supervisor (Psychodynamic) to support students enrolled on a Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling. This part‑time, fixed‑term role is based within a Higher Education setting and is suited to an experienced, accredited psychodynamic practitioner with a strong commitment to ethical practice, supervision, and student development.

The role focuses on supporting trainee counsellors to apply theory to practice while maintaining clear professional boundaries in line with recognised ethical frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision support to students studying on a Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling.
• Work in accordance with BACP and/or UKCP ethical frameworks at all times.
• Manage and facilitate a designated student supervision group as part of a wider supervisory team.
• Support students to integrate psychodynamic theory into their client work.
• Model psychodynamic practice consistently and professionally.
• Produce objective, timely written assessments and reports.
• Attend scheduled meetings and peer supervision sessions as required.
• Maintain clear professional boundaries and demonstrate appropriate professional behaviours with both staff and students.
• Adhere to the defined scope of the supervisory role, noting that clinical responsibility remains with placement agencies.

Requirements

• Professionally qualified psychodynamic counsellor or psychotherapist.
• Current accreditation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) or equivalent professional body.
• Minimum of three years’ post‑qualification experience.
• Current practice as a psychodynamic counsellor or psychotherapist.
• Experience in psychoeducation and professional report writing.
• Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development within a therapeutic context.
• Strong understanding of ethical supervision boundaries within training environments.

Application Process

The closing date for applications is 9 January 2026.

This role involves working in a regulated education environment. The successful candidate will be required to complete pre‑employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance, employment references, and safeguarding screening.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Our client is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be supported throughout the recruitment process.

Benefits

• Discounted access to on‑site gym, sports facilities, fitness classes, osteopathy, and on‑site nursery.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Convenient location within a short walk of a mainline train station.
• Access to free online qualifications and professional development.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Education, Management, and Health Care Provider

Industries

Public Health, Hospitals and Health Care, and Education

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