Qualified School Counsellor. Job in Bulwell Education & Training Jobs

Progress Teachers Ltd; Stapleford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Qualified School Counsellor to join a supportive secondary school in Nottingham. This role involves providing crucial emotional and mental health support to students. You will be responsible for counselling, developing well-being strategies, and collaborating with staff and parents. Candidates should have experience working with young people and a relevant counselling qualification. Competitive daily rates and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Access to professional development

Career advancement pathways

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with young people in a counselling or therapeutic capacity.
• Deep understanding of emotional and mental health challenges faced by secondary school students.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group counselling sessions to students facing emotional and mental health challenges.
• Develop and implement strategies to support student well-being.
• Monitor student progress and report on outcomes.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Listening skills

Organisational skills

Building trust and rapport

Providing empathetic support

Education

Level 4 Counselling qualification

Job description

Progress Teachers specialises in connecting skilled professionals with schools across the East Midlands. We are currently looking for a qualified School Counsellor to join a supportive and dynamic secondary school in Nottingham. This is an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact on students' lives by providing emotional and mental health support in a caring environment.

Role Overview:

As a Qualified School Counsellor, you will provide essential support to students, addressing emotional and mental health needs, and helping them overcome personal challenges that may affect their learning and well-being. This temporary role will be crucial in helping students thrive both academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-to-one and group counselling sessions to students facing emotional and mental health challenges.
• Develop and implement strategies to support student well-being and resilience.
• Work closely with teaching staff to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
• Collaborate with parents, guardians, and other professionals to ensure a holistic approach to student support.
• Monitor student progress and report on outcomes to relevant stakeholders.

Candidate Requirements:

Experience:

• Proven experience working with young people in a counselling or therapeutic capacity.
• A deep understanding of the emotional and mental health challenges faced by secondary school students.

Training:

• A recognised qualification in School Counselling or a related field (e.g., Level 4 Counselling).
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures.

Skills:

• Strong communication, listening, and organisational skills.
• The ability to build trust and rapport with students, staff, and parents.
• Ability to provide confidential and empathetic support to students.

Why Join Progress Teachers?

• Competitive daily rate with opportunities for progression.
• Access to professional development and training.
• Clear career advancement pathways within education.
• Referral Bonus: Refer a friend to Progress Teachers, and if they are successfully placed, you ll receive a £100 referral bonus as part of our "Refer a Friend" scheme.
• Proud to be a 5-star rated agency on Google.