School Counsellor Required: Bristol

WhereToTalk; West of England; On-site; GBP 8,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

WhereToTalk is seeking a self-employed School Counsellor to join our pastoral team. Student well-being is at the heart of all we do, and this role offers a meaningful opportunity to support pupils.

The position is one day per week (Tuesday or Friday), 8:30am to 5:15pm, for 35 weeks a year during term time. You will work within a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Trained in counselling and listening skills; registered or in process with the BACP/BAAT/HCPC.
• Experience working with children and young people preferred.
• Understanding of confidentiality in a school setting and data protection requirements.
• Demonstrates empathy with the ability to empower pupils; group counselling experience preferred.

Skills

Counselling training

Registration with BACP/BAAT/HCPC

Experience with children

Group counselling

Confidentiality in schools

Empathy

Job description

We are seeking a self-employed School Counsellor to join our pastoral team. Student well-being is at the heart of all we do, and this role is an exciting opportunity for the right professional to support this.

The role is for o ne day per week, Tuesday or Friday, 8.30am to 5.15pm for 35 weeks a year, term time only.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following skills, competencies and requirements:

• Trained in counselling and listening skills, and registered, or in the process or registering, with the BACP or BAAT/HCPC essential;
• Experience of working with children and young people is preferred;
• Understanding of GDQP and confidentiality requirements in a school setting required; Kind, personable approach with the ability to put others at ease;
• Experience of delivering group work sessions is preferred;
• Demonstrates clear empathy combined with the ability to empower young people; Experience of delivering group counselling sessions is preferred.

The closing date for applications is Monday 11 May 2026 at 9am.