Children and Young People’s Counsellor Role

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial assessments and manage ongoing therapy sessions for individuals and parents of CYP
• Deliver creative, evidence-based therapeutic interventions in a safe, professional environment
• Maintain accurate client records and adhere to safeguarding policies
• Participate in paid supervision (individual and group) and monthly team meetings
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture, sharing knowledge and ideas

Working Hours & Contract:

• Minimum commitment: 10 hours per week (flexible, up to full-time)
• Core hours: 1 pm–8 pm, with availability between 3 pm–8 pm essential
• Initial zero-hours contract during probation, transitioning to guaranteed contracted hours with paid overtime

Benefits

• Choice of standard holiday accrual or rolled-up holiday pay (12.07%)
• Service closed for approximately two weeks over Christmas (holiday entitlement applied; unpaid if on rolled-up pay)
• Paid supervision, mandatory meetings, inductions, and full administrative support
• Access to online CPD hub with mandatory and optional training

Essential Criterea

• Recognised post qualifying qualification working with children from either 5+, 8+ or 11+
• Passionate about working with children and young people
• Professional body membership (BACP, UKCP, NCS, or equivalent)
• Ability to be engaging and work creatively with young people.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong organisational skills to manage caseloads effectively whilst maintaining thorough documentation.
• Uphold ethical standards and maintain professional boundaries at all times.

Experience

• Proven experience delivering therapeutic interventions within a clinical or community setting is desirable.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport and trust with diverse client groups
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team committed to client welfare. This role provides an enriching environment for professional growth whilst making a positive impact on individuals’ mental health.

To Apply

Please send your CV and cover letter to

Donna@rewellness.co.uk