School Counsellor

AD WARRIOR; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Wimborne Minster is seeking a part-time School Counsellor. You will support the mental and emotional wellbeing of students aged 13 to 18 through face-to-face counselling sessions. The ideal candidate will have a professional counselling qualification, experience with youth, and strong communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in counselling and current BACP registration.
• Experience counselling children or young adults in a similar setting.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and GDPR legislation.

Responsibilities

• Support the mental and emotional wellbeing of pupils.
• Deliver face to face counselling sessions with pupils aged 13 to 18 years.
• Work closely with pastoral teams and external agencies as required.

Skills

Counselling children or young adults

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Administrative skills

Education

Professional qualification in counselling

Current registration with BACP

Job description

School Counsellor

Location: Wimborne Minster, Dorset

Salary: £15,918 - £18,306 per annum

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Part Time

The Role

A dedicated professional is required to join the team at the school, responsible for supporting the mental and emotional wellbeing of pupils. Working 20 hours per week during term time, the School Counsellor will deliver face to face counselling sessions with pupils aged 13 to 18 years whilst also working closely with the school’s pastoral teams and external agencies as required.

Skills and Qualifications

The successful candidate will hold a professional qualification in counselling and have a current registration with the BACP. Experience of counselling children or young adults in a similar setting is essential as is a strong understanding of safeguarding and GDPR legislation. Applicants must be friendly and approachable and have excellent organisational, communication and administrative skills.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable School, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

Closing Date: 7th September2025

The school is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion in all areas of their community and encourages applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

They are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expectall staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All successful job applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening.