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Randstad Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Randstad Education seeks a Seasonal Student Counsellor (BACP Accredited) to deliver short‑term, solution‑focused therapeutic support to university students during the upcoming academic year. The role offers flexible, part‑time hours with an emphasis on safeguarding, confidentiality, and high clinical standards.

You will work within a university setting, manage a diverse caseload, and use brief, evidence‑based models while monitoring outcomes with CORE10.

Qualifications

• Accredited membership with the BACP (MBACP Accred).
• A minimum of 400 post‑qualification clinical hours, with a proven track‑record of managing a regular, structured caseload.
• Prior experience providing clinical support within a UK Higher Education setting, including familiarity with university administrative and referral pathways.
• Strong experience utilising brief, solution‑focused, or manualised therapeutic models.
• Evidence of ongoing regular clinical supervision and a valid professional liability insurance policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored, 1:1 short‑term therapeutic counselling using evidence‑based models (e.g., CBT, SFBT).
• Caseload Management: support students with a wide spectrum of issues and pressures.
• Outcomes Monitoring: administer and interpret measures (including CORE10) to track treatment effectiveness.
• Maintain absolute client confidentiality in line with GDPR and ethical frameworks.

Education

MBACP Accred

Tools

CORE10

Job description

Seasonal Student Counsellor (BACP Accredited)

Empower Student Success. Shape the Future of Higher Education.

Rate of Pay

£28.00 per hour + £3.38 accrued holiday pay (Totalling £31.38/hr inclusive of 12% holiday pay)

Contract

Part-time, flexible hours to suit your schedule

About the Role

Are you a dedicated clinician passionate about supporting young adults and mature students through pivotal life transitions?

is proud to partner with the

University

to deliver exceptional, clinical mental health support that directly impacts student well‑being and academic retention. We are seeking highly qualified, BACP‑accredited counsellors to join our team for the upcoming academic year.

In this role, you will deliver professional, short‑term, solution‑focused therapeutic interventions, empowering students to navigate the unique pressures of university life, manage complex mental health challenges, and achieve their full personal and academic potential.

Key Responsibilities

As a Seasonal Counsellor, you will manage a diverse clinical caseload, ensuring the highest standards of safety, confidentiality, and therapeutic effectiveness:

Clinical Intervention

Provide tailored, 1:1 short‑term therapeutic counselling utilising evidence‑based, brief manualised models (e.g., CBT, SFBT).

Caseload Management

• Support students facing a wide spectrum of presenting issues, including:
• Academic life cycle pressures (dissertation stress, exam anxiety, procrastination, and study‑related blockages).
• Personal growth challenges (identity, transition, self‑esteem, and relationship dynamics).
• Clinical presentations (anxiety, depression, and eating concerns).

Outcomes Monitoring

Systematically administer and interpret clinical outcome measures (including CORE10) to track treatment effectiveness and inform clinical decision‑making.

Strictly adhere to institutional risk assessment and safeguarding protocols, ensuring swift and appropriate escalation of complex, high‑risk cases.

Professional Conduct

Maintain absolute client confidentiality in full compliance with GDPR and ethical frameworks.

What We Are Looking For (Requirements)

Accreditation

Accredited membership with the BACP (

MBACP Accred

).

Clinical Experience

A minimum of 400 post‑qualification clinical hours, with a proven track‑record of managing a regular, structured caseload.

Sector Expertise

Prior experience providing clinical support within a UK Higher Education setting, including familiarity with university administrative and referral pathways.

Modality Proficiency

Strong experience utilising brief, solution‑focused, or manualised therapeutic models.

Compliance & Safety

Evidence of ongoing regular clinical supervision and a valid professional liability insurance policy.

Why Join Randstad

This role offers the perfect balance of clinical autonomy and institutional support. You will enjoy excellent hourly rates, a highly flexible scheduling model that fits your existing practice, and the rewarding opportunity to make a measurable difference in student's lives at a world‑class Russell Group university.