We are seeking a professional and experienced Counsellor and Wellbeing Advisor, to provide high quality, therapeutic one to one and group counselling sessions for our most vulnerable learners. This is a highly rewarding opportunity for the right candidate to engage and inspire our Students.
You will also contribute towards the whole College Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy, raising awareness of Mental Health, working with relevant agencies, and supporting the Life Skills Programme within the College.
You will hold a level 5 or 6 counselling qualification and hold Accreditation with BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy), NCS (National Counselling Society) or eligibility for accreditation and actively pursuing accreditation.
Experience of working with young adults, knowledge of mental health issues and awareness of the signs of mental illness to facilitate appropriate referrals is essential.
Full-Time equivalent salary is from £32,998 up to £36,598 per annum.
Hours: 35 per week
Weeks: 36 per year
The College is committed to equality and diversity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share these commitments.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Applications will be considered upon receipt.
Safeguarding Statement:
Chelmsford College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.