School Counsellor

Surbiton High School; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Kingston upon Thames is seeking a compassionate School Counsellor to provide high-quality therapeutic support to pupils aged 11-18. This part-time role involves delivering one-to-one support, assessing needs, and collaborating with parents and staff. Candidates must have a recognised counselling qualification, experience with children, and strong communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits including a health cash plan and daily hot lunch.

Benefits

Health Cash Plan

Daily hot lunch

Qualifications

• Significant experience working therapeutically with children and adolescents.
• Ideally previous experience in a school setting.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one therapeutic support to pupils aged 11-18.
• Assess needs and provide structured counselling interventions.
• Maintain accurate records and engage in supervision and CPD.

Skills

Therapeutic support

Collaboration with staff

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Recognised post-graduate counselling qualification

Accreditation with a professional body

Job description

Job Title: School Counsellor

Job Purpose: To provide high-quality therapeutic support to pupils, promoting emotional wellbeing, resilience and mental health across the School. You will work closely with our pastoral team, parents and external professionals to ensure consistent care and contribute to our whole-school approach to wellbeing.

Reporting Line: Lead School Counsellor

Start Date: ASAP

Tenure: Permanent, part-time (3 days per week, 8:00am - 4:00pm, 22.5 hours per week, term-time plus occasional holiday work – approx. 38 weeks)

Remuneration: £37,220 – £41,919 per annum (FTE). Actual salary: £22,332 – £25,151. Plus access to our generous benefits and rewards package, including a Health Cash Plan, daily hot lunch and more.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one therapeutic support to pupils aged 11-18
• Assess needs and provide structured counselling interventions
• Work collaboratively with parents, staff and external professionals
• Deliver psycho-educational talks and group sessions
• Maintain accurate records and engage in supervision and CPD

Qualifications

• A recognised post-graduate counselling or psychotherapy qualification
• Accreditation (or eligibility) with a relevant professional body
• Significant experience working therapeutically with children and adolescents, ideally in a school setting
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and excellent communication skills

This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and organised practitioner who is committed to making a real difference in young people's lives.