Student Counsellor (Castleford)

Heart of Yorkshire Education Group • Castleford, England, United Kingdom • £10.82k - £11.49k / year • 22h ago

Hours of work: 14 hours per week

Weeks: Term time only, 40 weeks per year

Location: Castleford College

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Fully Qualified Counsellor to join our Student Experience team.  As a Student Counsellor, you will be part of a small team who provide 1:1 counselling to students across the Group, working closely to ensure that all students receiving counselling are supported to a high level.     

This role will involve providing 1: 1 counselling delivered either face to face, by telephone or Microsoft Teams.  You will liaise with external agencies and other support staff within the College to ensure that student’s needs are met appropriately, maintaining multi-disciplinary boundaries.   

As a Student Counsellor, you should:  

Be educated to a minimum post graduate level 5 diploma in counselling in either an Integrative, Humanistic or Person-Centre models 
Hold GCSE A* - C / 9 – 4 in English and Maths or Level 2 equivalent  
Be registered with a professional organisation that’s been accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA) e.g. BACP

You should also be able to demonstrate:

Experience of working in a post qualifying counselling role with appropriate supervision
Experience and understanding of the concerns of young people
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Good administrative and IT skills relating to report writing and maintaining statistical records

If you have the skills and experience we are looking for and would like to join us please click ‘Apply’ now, we’d love to hear from you. See what we have to offer and come and join us. You won’t be disappointed….

Benefits include:

Personal and Professional Development opportunities, including a comprehensive induction and teacher development programme
Discounted Metro Card Scheme
Good Pension Scheme
Access to Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Reduced price personal gym membership
Access to a wide range of high street discounts (retail, supermarkets, and restaurants)
Annual Staff Recognition Awards

Interview date: 11th June 2025

DIRECT APPLICANTS ONLY, NO AGENCY CVs.

The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all students and this post will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS. 

We aim to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and positively encourage applications from all.

For more information about the role and requirements, please click 'Apply.' You'll be directed to the job on our careers website where you can download the job description in full.

£10,824 to £11,485 per annum, actual salary (FTE £31,146 - £33,042)

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