Bring your passion for counselling into the classroom at Yeovil College! We’re searching for an inspiring Counselling Lecturer to teach two evenings a week and help our learners develop the skills and confidence to support others. If you’re ready to share your knowledge, make a real impact, and join a college that values your expertise, apply today and take the next rewarding step in your career.
As part of our Counselling and Mental Health provision, you’ll lecture and assess on courses from Level 2 to 4, carefully planning, preparing, and delivering engaging, high-quality lessons. You’ll set and mark assignments, monitor learner progress, and maintain accurate records using Moodle-based systems. Working closely with the Study Programme Manager and Curriculum Area Manager, you’ll uphold quality standards, ensure excellent attendance, and contribute to continuous improvement across the department. You’ll also take part in reviews, support course promotion, and celebrate the success of your students. This part-time opportunity offers the perfect blend of flexibility and purpose — ideal for professionals eager to inspire and support the next generation in counselling and mental health.
What we're looking for:
• At least 2 year’s practical experience working within Counselling and Therapy
• Relevant Qualification at Level 4 or above in Counselling
• A teaching qualification, or willingness to work towards.
• An interest in supporting people to learn and develop new skills.
• The ability to work successfully within a team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
What we offer:
• Actual Salary: £10,573 to £12,639 dependant on experience
• Part-time position, 15 hours per week, all year round
• 35 days holiday [FTE] (plus Christmas closure & bank holidays)
• Generous pension scheme of 28.6% employer contributions
• Staff discount scheme with high street and online retailers
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Employee assistance programme
• Free onsite gym
• Subsidised catering facilities
• Access to free staff parking
Don't miss out!
Join Yeovil College and make a real difference in the lives of students as they embark on their educational journeys. Apply now to become a part of our dedicated and dynamic team!
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you’re excited about this opportunity, submit your application as soon as possible!
Safeguarding Statement
Yeovil 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.
Potential applicants should be aware that all successful applicants will need to agree to an enhanced DBS check including child and if required adult barred list checks.
Yeovil College uses a third party registered body called uCheck to complete DBS checks on our behalf. Your data is handled according to the DBS Code of Practice which is available from the DBS website
DBS checks are only one of several methods used to assess candidates’ suitability to work with children and young adults.