Teaching Associate Counselling Skills (707834)

University of Strathclyde; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Teaching Associate in Counselling Skills to join its Centre for Lifelong Learning. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a well-regarded suite of counselling courses, including the COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in adult education and be enthusiastic about online teaching. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing excellent student experiences and expanding offerings in counselling, health, and wellbeing. Flexible working arrangements are available, making this an exciting opportunity for educators looking to make a difference.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering counselling skills courses.
• Strong background in adult education and theory.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching for the COSCA Counselling Skills Certificate.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the student experience.

Skills

Counselling Skills

Online Teaching

Adult Education

Education

COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills

Degree in Education or related field

Job description

Teaching Associate Counselling Skills (707834)

The Centre for Lifelong Learning (CLL), within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, delivers a successful and well-regarded suite of counselling courses, including the COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills. We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced educator to join our team to deliver an excellent student experience, work collaboratively, and expand our portfolio in counselling, health, and wellbeing provision.

As part of our extensive provision for adults, the Centre is now seeking to expand its counselling team to teach on the COSCA Counselling Skills Certificate. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team of counselling practitioners and educators and to be part of a Centre that is entrepreneurial, people-oriented, and driven to harness new business opportunities.

The post would suit an experienced adult educator in counselling skills and theory, specifically the COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills. Experience of online teaching and learning would be advantageous. The post will be based in CLL, but agile working arrangements can be discussed. There may be some out-of-standard-hours work required for teaching (evening and/or weekend).

Salary Range: £37,174 - £45,413

FTE: 0.4 (14 hrs/week)

Term: Fixed (Until 31 July 2027)

Closing Date: 30/05/2025

Initial interviews are scheduled for 23/06/2025.

For informal enquiries, please contact Pamela Dawson, Course Leader at the Centre for Lifelong Learning, via email: [e-mail].