School Counsellor / Therapist

CONNECT-ED; Greater London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health services provider is looking for a School Counsellor & Therapist to work across primary and secondary schools in London. Candidates must hold a Level 5 qualification or higher in counselling or therapy and have completed at least 100 clinical hours. The role offers a supportive environment with professional development opportunities. A generous employer pension and health plan are included. Applications are encouraged from individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

Generous employer pension contribution (up to 11%)

Access to staff Health Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Regular clinical supervision

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 100 clinical hours completed.
• Current membership of a professional body like BACP or BAPT.
• Be HCPC registered or working towards it, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling and therapy to young people in schools.
• Attend various primary and secondary schools across London.
• Participate in clinical supervision and professional development.

Skills

Counselling

Creative arts therapy

Experience with young people

Understanding of educational settings

Professional body membership

Education

Level 5 qualification in counselling or therapy

Job description

School counsellor & therapist role

Salary

£31,179 to £35,257 based on working five days (35 hours) per week (term‑time)

The salary will be paid pro rata in line with the number of days per week you are contracted to work.

Locations

• Primary school in Tower Hamlets (E3) – one day per week
• Primary school in Barnet (HA8) – one day per week
• Primary school in Tower Hamlets (E1) – one day per week
• Secondary school in H&F (W12) – one day per week, you will preferably have experience working in an SEN setting or be willing and keen to develop your experience in this field

Varied across London Primary, Secondary, Sixth form schools.

Your qualifications and skills

• A qualification in counselling, play therapy or a creative arts therapy (we require at least a Level 5 qualification or above)
• Completed a minimum of 100 clinical hours
• Experience of working with primary or secondary aged young people (whichever is relevant to the role being applied for)
• A good understanding of educational settings
• Current membership of an appropriate professional body (BACP, BAPT, BADth, BAAT, BAMT etc.)
• Where applicable to your qualification/training, be HCPC registered or professionally accredited (or actively working towards accreditation)

In this term‑time role you will receive an excellent package including:

• Generous employer pension contribution (up to 11%)
• Access to a staff Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme
• Regular group and one‑to‑one clinical supervision
• Regular line‑management supportContinuing professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to wake up each morning and feel you are making a positive difference

How to apply

If you would like to be considered for our current or future vacancies please find a full job description and application form can be found here: Job-Description-Person-Spec Application-Form

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CLOSING DATE: Friday, 30th January 2026

INTERVIEW DATES: TBC

Please be aware that due to the high volume of applications, feedback will not be provided for candidates who are not shortlisted.

Further information

Connect‑Ed is the deliver arm for the mental health services provided by the Catholic Children’s Society (CCS). CCS is an inclusive employer, and we aim to have a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we service. There is no requirement for our staff to be Catholic and we encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds. CCS is committed to safer recruitment and maintaining a strong and positive safeguarding culture. These posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. References from current/past employers will also be sought once an offer has been made.

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