Just over two years ago, we merged to form one FE/HE College in Swindon and we are proud to showcase our successful £20m investment in the new Institute of Technology, all of which reflects our ambition to fulfil our potential for the communities we serve and deliver on our purpose: Better Lives Through Learning.
We believe that these exciting developments will extend the career opportunities for both our students and staff. So, if you are seeking to develop your career within an ambitious and vibrant College, we are currently seeking a Student Counsellor.
As Student Counsellor you will provide a counselling service for students to include therapeutic, developmental, and preventative work in line with the British Association for Counselling's ethical framework. This will include supporting and advising other college staff in dealing with students who are experiencing difficulties.
You will hold a relevant professional qualification or be working towards accreditation by BACP or UKPC, with experience of counselling a range of client groups, including 16-19 year olds. You will work within the Student Services team and be expected to develop and enhance the skills required.
Our benefits include generous holiday entitlement, excellent pension scheme, free car parking, agile (Flexible) working, staff development & training, refreshments – including Costa and Starbucks! Sodexo Retail Discount Scheme, and more ….
Therefore, if you are looking for an exciting career opportunity and to work in an expanding, dynamic and successful College, that values their staff, you have come to the right place.
New College Swindon is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please note an enhanced DBS check, to the satisfaction of New College, will be required for this role.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.
Please note that this vacancy may close before the published closing date if sufficient applications are received. If you are interested in this vacancy, please do apply as soon as possible.
Closing Date: 14th February 2023
To submit your application for this opportunity, please click 'Apply' now!
New College Swindon 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. References will be sought on shortlisted candidates before interview and by agreement.
