Sessional Counsellor

NHS; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking qualified Counsellors for Depression to join their NHS Talking Therapies team. This flexible role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality therapy to adults facing mental health issues. Ideal candidates will have BACP membership and at least 2 years of experience in counseling. The position involves conducting assessments, maintaining clinical notes, and collaborating with supervisors.

Qualifications

• Qualification in CfD
• BACP membership (Accreditation or working towards it)
• At least 2 years of post-qualification experience
• Experience delivering time-limited counselling
• Good IT skills

Responsibilities

• Conducting assessments and delivering therapy sessions
• Supporting clients through their mental health journeys
• Maintaining clear, timely clinical notes
• Collaborating with team members and supervisors
• Participating in regular supervision and training

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Client-focused approach

Good IT skills

Understanding of confidentiality

Education

BACP membership

Qualification in CfD

2 years post-qualification experience

Job description

Job summary

Are you a qualified Counsellor for Depression (CfD) looking to make a real difference in people's lives? Nouvita Healthcare is seeking dedicated, sessional counsellors to join our growing NHS Talking Therapies team. This hybrid role offers flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to deliver high-quality, evidence-based therapy to adults experiencing common mental health issues.

Main duties of the job

You'll work within the NHS Talking Therapies (IAPT) framework, delivering short-term counselling interventions that are person-centred and guided by the Person-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression (PCE-CfD) model.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting assessments and delivering therapy sessions
• Supporting clients through their mental health journeys using evidence-based practice
• Maintaining clear, timely clinical notes on our digital system
• Collaborating with team members, supervisors, and partner agencies
• Participating in regular supervision, training, and professional development

About us

Nouvita Healthcare is an established provider of specialist health and social care services across Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, and Bedfordshire. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred mental health support and therapeutic services in hospital, residential, and outpatient settings. Our focus is on empowering recovery and improving outcomes through effective, compassionate care. At Nouvita, we value continuous improvement and foster an environment where all staff have a voice and can develop their careers.

We are committed to:

• Delivering high-quality mental health services
• Maintaining excellent clinical governance and patient outcomes
• Supporting staff development and wellbeing
• Promoting equality, inclusion, and diversity in everything we do

Details

Date posted: 12 June 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £27 a session

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working

Reference number: L0012-25-0007

Job locations: 33 Wellfield Close, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL100BU

Job description

Job responsibilities

You'll work within the NHS Talking Therapies (IAPT) framework, delivering short-term counselling interventions that are person-centred and guided by the Person-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression (PCE-CfD) model.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting assessments and delivering therapy sessions
• Supporting clients through their mental health journeys using evidence-based practice
• Maintaining clear, timely clinical notes on our digital system
• Collaborating with team members, supervisors, and partner agencies
• Participating in regular supervision, training, and professional development

Person Specification

Experience (Essential):

• Qualification in CfD

Qualifications (Essential):

• BACP membership (Accreditation or working towards it)
• Qualification in CfD
• At least 2 years of post-qualification experience
• Experience delivering time-limited counselling
• Remote counselling qualification and good IT skills
• Ability to travel within Hertfordshire as needed

Desirable:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A flexible, client-focused approach
• A solid understanding of confidentiality, ethics, and safeguarding
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and professional standards

Other requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further details, see the NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Nouvita Limited

33 Wellfield Close, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL100BU

https://nouvita.co.uk/