Counsellor

Job overview

Croydon High is seeking to appoint an experienced Counsellor to play a vital role in the school's pastoral team.
You will provide one-to-one and small group counselling to pupils throughout the junior and senior schools, working 21.6 hours per week over 3 days, during term-time only.

You will also meet and liaise and share your expertise and insights with a nationally recognised counselling service who offer therapeutic support at the school.
This position would suit an experienced school counsellor, or a professional seeking a change of practice.

To be considered for this role, you will need a Level 4 Diploma in Counselling/Psychotherapy, plus accreditation with one of the following professional bodies: BACP, UKCP, BPS.

Why Croydon High School:

Established in 1874, Croydon High School prides itself on its innovative approach and friendly atmosphere. The School is located in Selsdon, south of Croydon, on a beautiful campus. Croydon High is made up of students from a broad and culturally diverse range of backgrounds and the school recognises and hugely values the positive impact this has on all who teach and learn here.

As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

• Competitive salaries and pay progression
• Extensive professional development opportunities
• Training grants for obtaining further qualifications
• GDST central training and development programme
• Generous pension schemes
• Life assurance benefit
• Free school lunches
• Up to 50% discount on fees for children at GDST schools
• Interest free loans for training, computer purchase or season tickets
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail and lifestyle discounts
• Financial guidance and support
• Competitive terms and conditions of employment

For further details and an application form please click the apply button.

The closing date for applications is noon, Monday 17 November 2025.
Applications will be reviewed regularly. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

The school reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.

The GDST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.