School Counsellor Required: Hammersmith, London

WhereToTalk; London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution in London is seeking a dedicated School Counsellor to join their Pastoral Team. This vital role focuses on enhancing pupil wellbeing and mental health through targeted support and interventions. You'll work closely with children, parents, and local community partners to create a nurturing environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and have the expertise to provide therapeutic support, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive educational setting. Join a team committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Qualifications

• Experience in therapeutic work with children is essential.
• Knowledge of mental health practices and confidentiality protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one therapeutic support for children with emotional needs.
• Develop and implement small group interventions targeting pupil needs.

Skills

Therapeutic Work

Mental Health Support

Confidentiality

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Qualification in Counselling or Psychology

Job description

School Counsellor Required: Hammersmith, London

Bute House Prep School

Permanent, Full Time (Term Time Only)

Role Overview:

• To be a key stakeholder in the school’s Pastoral Team, supporting the overall mission of positive pupil wellbeing and mental health.
• To work with the school Partnerships Committee to deliver targeted mental health and emotional wellbeing support to pupils identified by schools or organisations in the local community.

Key Responsibilities:

• One-to-one therapeutic work with children covering a variety of emotional needs.
• Providing self-referred drop-in sessions for pupils to access support if they feel it is needed.
• Developing and implementing small group interventions, targeting specific needs of pupils, both within Bute House and with our local community partners.
• Liaising with parents and caregivers to ensure the young person is supported in a consistent way, respecting appropriate confidentiality.
• Coordinating where appropriate after discussion with DSL, with external parties such as CAMHS and GPs to ensure the child’s wellbeing and safety is protected.
• Maintaining a record for delivery of pupil support, in the form of notes and logs.

Please Note: Bute House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant for this job will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the role and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check before they start work at the school as well as taking up references before interview.

Bute House is an equal opportunities employer.

Please ensure you apply using our application form along with a covering letter on this page. Please submit your application to [e-mail].

The deadline for applications is Monday 17th February.