School Counsellor (Part time/Term Time)

Chigwell School; Chigwell; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Chigwell School seeks a part-time School Counsellor to support students through confidential counselling. The role involves individual sessions addressing pupils' emotional and educational needs, promoting their wellbeing, and requires a diploma-level qualification and BACP registration. Join a dedicated pastoral team in a beautiful learning environment close to London.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Supportive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be registered with a professional body such as BACP.
• Able to work creatively and adapt therapy.
• Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential counselling services to pupils.
• Support personal, social, emotional, or educational needs.
• Work closely with students and external agencies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Diploma-level counselling qualification

Tools

YP Core

SDQ

Job description

Chigwell School is seeking to appoint a School Counsellor to provide a confidential and independent counselling service to pupils through individual sessions, supporting their personal, social, emotional, or educational needs. The role is part-time, two days per week (preferably Monday and Tuesday) during term time only.

We are looking for an organised, empathetic, and committed professional to join our dedicated pastoral team, working closely with students and external agencies to support wellbeing, attendance, and achievement. You will be part of an experienced and supportive team, making a real difference in the lives of young people.

The successful candidate must hold a diploma-level counselling qualification and be registered with a professional body such as BACP. They should be able to work creatively and adapt therapy to suit the developmental needs of children and young people, using tools like YP Core and SDQ. Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills are essential, along with a commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality. The counsellor should demonstrate empathy, respect, and a genuine desire to support young people, while aligning with the ethos of Chigwell School.

Chigwell School offers a competitive salary and benefits package and a supportive working environment. There is a well-developed programme of professional development, pupils are enthusiastic, co-operative and able, and colleagues are dedicated and get on well together. There is a strong sense of community.

We are located in the picturesque village of Chigwell just 10 miles from central London and on the Central Line.Close to the edge of Epping Forest, we enjoy over 100 acres of beautiful grounds and excellent facilities.

For further details and an application form, please visit the school website https://www.chigwell-school.org/vacancies/. Applicants should email the completed application form to the HR Manager at [e-mail] .

Closing date: 22nd June 2025

Applications will be considered as they are received so early applications are encouraged.

The School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes a diverse pool of candidates.

Chigwell School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and DBS.