School Counsellor Required: South Croydon, Surrey

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Croydon

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GBP 15,000 - 23,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries and pay progression

Training grants for further qualifications

Life assurance benefit

Free school lunches

Free school meals

Fee discount GDST schools

Loans for training/season tickets

Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Financial guidance and support

Competitive terms of employment

Job summary

A well-established educational institution in Croydon is seeking an experienced School Counsellor for a part-time role. The successful candidate will provide valuable counselling support to students across junior and senior schools. Candidates must possess a Level 4 Diploma in Counselling/Psychotherapy and be accredited by professional bodies. The school offers a supportive environment with a range of competitive benefits.

Qualifications

Accreditation with professional bodies like BACP, UKCP, or BPS.
Experience in providing one-to-one and group counselling.
Ability to provide one-to-one and small group counselling to pupils.
Part-time role: 21.6 hours per week over 3 days during term-time.

Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one and small group counselling to pupils.
Liaise with a nationally recognised counselling service.
Support the emotional wellbeing and resilience of pupils.

Skills

Experience in counselling

Communication skills

Group counselling

Education

Level 4 Diploma in Counselling/Psychotherapy

BACP accreditation

UKCP accreditation

BPS accreditation

Job description

School Counsellor Required: South Croydon, Surrey

Croydon High School

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Part Time

Expires17th November 2025 12:00 PM

Croydon High is seeking to appoint an experienced Counsellor to play a vital role in the school’s pastoral team.

You will provide one-to-one and small group counselling to pupils throughout the junior and senior schools, working 21.6 hours per week over 3 days, during term-time only.

You will also meet and liaise and share your expertise and insights with a nationally recognised counselling service who offer therapeutic support at the school.

This position would suit an experienced school counsellor, or a professional seeking a change of practice.

To be considered for this role, you will need a Level 4 Diploma in Counselling/Psychotherapy, plus accreditation with one of the following professional bodies: BACP, UKCP, BPS.

Why Croydon High School?

Established in 1874, Croydon High School prides itself on its innovative approach and friendly atmosphere. The School is located in Selsdon, south of Croydon, on a beautiful campus. Croydon High is made up of students from a broad and culturally diverse range of backgrounds and the school recognises and hugely values the positive impact this has on all who teach and learn here.

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