School Student Counsellor: Mental Health & Support

LONDON BOROUGH OF BROMLEY; London Borough of Bromley; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

London Borough of Bromley is seeking a dedicated Student Counsellor to provide confidential one-to-one counselling to students referred by Achievement Coordinators at Darrick Wood School. The role is term-time, permanent, and requires coordinating appointments within the school timetable.

The successful candidate will have a counselling qualification, current DBS, and membership with the BACP or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Qualified counsellor with accredited degree and current practice.
• Current DBS disclosure and safeguarding training.
• Membership with BACP or equivalent professional body.

Responsibilities

• Offer support and counselling to students referred by Achievement Coordinators.
• Arrange and manage appointment bookings within the timetable.
• Keep accurate records of sessions and safety plans.
• Liaise with staff and external agencies as needed; maintain confidentiality.
• Attend supervision meetings and adhere to ethical guidelines.

Skills

Counselling skills

Confidentiality

BACP membership

Interpersonal communication

Education

Counselling qualification

Job description

London Borough of Bromley is seeking a dedicated Student Counsellor to provide confidential one-to-one counselling to students referred by Achievement Coordinators at Darrick Wood School. The role is term-time, permanent, and requires coordinating appointments within the school timetable.

The successful candidate will have a counselling qualification, current DBS, and membership with the BACP or equivalent.