Sessional Counselling Lecturer

North East Surrey College of Technology (NESCOT); Epsom; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

A discounted on-site gym

Discounted Starbucks

Free parking on-site

Free online qualifications

5-minute walk from Ewell East Station

Job summary

North East Surrey College of Technology (NESCOT) in Epsom seeks a professionally qualified counsellor currently in practice to deliver and develop counselling courses. The role includes teaching at levels 2, 3, FD or BA, marking work and supporting curriculum development.

Applicants should be registered with BACP or UKCP, have teaching interest, and be prepared for DBS checks. The post is sessional/fixed term until 31 July 2027, with on-site campus duties near Ewell East Station.

Qualifications

• Professional counsellor with current practice and registration.
• Experience in delivering counselling courses or teaching.
• Willingness to undergo safeguarding checks and DBS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver counselling courses at levels 2, 3, FD or BA.
• Mark student work.
• Assist with course planning and curriculum development.

Skills

Counselling in practice

BACP/UKCP registered

Teaching experience

Course development

Education

Professional counselling qualification

Job description

Sessional / Fixed term until 31/07/27

What We Are Looking For

• Professionally qualified counsellor currently in practice
• Interested in developing new counsellors to come into the profession
• Registered with a professional body such as the BACP or UKCP
• Some teaching experience or interested in developing this capability

Duties/responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver counselling courses at level 2, 3, FD or BA level
• Mark student work
• Assist with course planning and curriculum development

Benefits

• A discounted on-site gym, sports hall, fitness class, osteopathy and day nursery
• 5-minute walk from Ewell East Station
• Discounted Starbucks
• Free online qualifications
• Free parking on-site

Nescot is graded 'Good' by Ofsted following its latest inspection in January 2023. Inspectors rated the College as Good in all 8 aspects. The report recognises that students "enjoy their courses and are motivated to succeed", and benefit from "highly supportive relationships" with staff. Safeguarding arrangements are "effective" with regular training for staff, and leaders have in place "an effective policy for safer recruitment."

At Nescot, we're proud of our inclusive culture and we welcome all applications.

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and criminal record checks (enhanced DBS clearance).

This college is a smoke-free campus - smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere on campus.

Closing date will be 6th November 2026

(we reserve the right to interview during this period and to close the advert earlier)

Interview date will be 26th October 2026 for early applicants