Senior Lecturer in Counselling

York St John University; York; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

York St John University is seeking an inspiring Senior Lecturer in Counselling. The role involves teaching and leading modules in a humanistic tradition, contributing to a commitment to social justice and an inclusive student experience. Candidates should hold a humanistic counselling qualification and have experience in teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. This part-time position offers a supportive work environment with a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

Excellent annual leave entitlement

Disability leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists

On-campus courses and tutorials

Relocation expenses package

Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees

Qualifications

• Experience of teaching counselling to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Must hold a humanistic counselling qualification and be a member of a relevant professional body.

Responsibilities

• Teach and lead modules on a range of programmes.
• Deliver high-quality teaching to undergraduate and postgraduate counselling students.

Skills

Humanistic counselling qualification

Teaching counselling

Commitment to inclusivity

Education

PhD (desirable)

Job description

Department: School of Education, Language & Psychology

Location: York

Hours: 18.5

Closing Date: Tuesday 27 May 2025 at midnight

Interview Date: Monday 16 June 2025

Reference: 069-25

Location: York

Introduction to YSJ university

York St John is an ambitious, modern university at the heart of historic York and there has never been a more exciting time to join us.

As one of the fastest growing universities in the U.K over recent years, we have a new strategy for the next decade, emphasising our commitment to widening opportunity through the power of education and contributing our talents to creating a fairer world, and a more prosperous region. We are putting inspirational learning and impactful research at the heart of this strategy, recognising our academic expertise as our greatest asset.

The Role

Counselling sits within the School of Education, Language and Psychology. Our programmes and our philosophy as a subject area sit firmly in a humanistic tradition. Our reputation is based on a successful history that spans almost 40 years of offering humanistic counsellor training that has national acclaim for excellence. Our provision incorporates a BA in Counselling and Mental Health, and postgraduate courses including a Certificate in Counselling Skills, and the PG Dip/MA in Humanistic Counselling and Person-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression both of which are accredited by the BACP. An integral part of our subject area is the YSJ Communities Centre. We work collaboratively with partners a wide range of placement providers. Our commitment to social justice is at the heart of all that we do.

Required skills and experience

Our team is expanding, and we are seeking to recruit an inspiring and enthusiastic 0.5FTE Senior Lecturer to teach and lead modules on a range of programmes. The successful candidate must hold a humanistic counselling qualification and be a member of a relevant professional body, such as BACP or UKCP. In addition, it is desirable that the successful candidate holds, or is currently studying for a PhD. Candidates will have experience of teaching counselling to undergraduate and postgraduate students. The successful candidate should have experience of delivering high-quality teaching to undergraduate and postgraduate counselling students and should be fully committed to providing an excellent and inclusive student experience.

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities and welcome applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.

Application process support

We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate guidance which provides advice about completing the application process.

If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact [e-mail]. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs My Computer My Way (abilitynet.org.uk)

Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that AI can assist you with this, but we would prefer you to share your answers in your own words.

Our benefits package

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including -

- Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period

- Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)

- Employee Assistance Programme

- Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists

- On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software

- Relocation expenses package for certain roles

- Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)

Further information about life at YSJ

Our candidate brochure provides further information about our culture, achievements and testimonials from our employees.

Closing Date - Tuesday 27 May 2025 at midnight

Provisional Interview Date - Monday 16 June 2025