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<h2>Job overview</h2>Location:			Farnborough, Hampshire<br>Working Pattern: 		3 hours per week<br><br>Start date: 			January 2026 (can be negotiated)<br><br>Placement duration: 	January - December 2026<br><br>Application Deadline: 	Monday 24th November 2025, 9am<br><br>Salary:  			Not applicable - this is a volunteer position<br><br>The Prospect Trust is a leading Multi-Academy Trust in the South of England, with an aim of providing outstanding education for all learners within a family of local academies. There are currently three academies within the Trust: The Sixth Form College Farnborough, Tomlinscote School and Frimley Church of England Junior School.<br><br>Key strengths of The Sixth Form College are:<br>○	‘Outstanding’ rating from Ofsted <br>○	Achievement of high grades with excellent value added;<br>○	Outstanding teaching by a team of experienced and motivated staff;<br>○	Exceptional levels of support for students both inside and outside of lessons;<br>○	Innovative use of IT to promote learning embedded as a regular part of normal teaching.<br>-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br><br>The Role:<br>We are looking to recruit volunteer trainee counsellors or qualified counsellors embarking on a level 5 young person training course to work within our established counselling service. Working with 16-19 year old students the placement will start in the new academic year, September 2024 and induction July 2024. Students using the college counselling service come from a wide variety of backgrounds and the issues brought to counselling are very diverse.  We would like  counsellors to apply who have an interest in working with young people.  Requirements for prospective placement counsellors are:<br>●   	A minimum of Diploma level;<br>●   	A certificate of competence to counsel from your training provider;<br>●   	Be able to offer 3 hours counselling time per week, term time;<br>●   	Be a member of the BACP and hold suitable Public and Professional Liability Insurance.<br>In return we offer:<br>●   	In house supervision;<br>●   	CPD;<br>●   	Supportive Placement.<br>-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br><br>If you would like to have a further discussion before applying for this role please contact the HR team on <a href="mailto:team_HR@prospecttrust.org.uk" target="_blank">team_HR@prospecttrust.org.uk</a> <br>Please complete the attached application form and equality monitoring form and email all completed applications to <a href="mailto:recruitment@prospecttrust.org.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@prospecttrust.org.uk</a> by Monday 24th November 2025, 9am.<br>-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br><br>The Prospect Trust takes the control and processing of employee data very seriously and is committed to acting in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation; please read the attached applicant privacy notice which explains how your data is processed.<br>Prior to the interview, an online search will be conducted by HR, to identify any past or current incidents or issues that might affect your suitability to work with children and undertake this role.  Please note this online search will be carried out only on publicly available information and be limited to issues relating to your suitability to work with children and/or in an educational environment. Issues that arise will not automatically be a bar to your employment at the Trust but may be discussed with you at interview. This is in line with statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education.<br>We welcome applications from all suitably qualified applicants, however all disabled applicants who meet our minimum criteria will be invited for an interview. <br>-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br><br><i>The Prospect Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people within our care and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The job description fully sets out the safeguarding responsibilities of the post. Any future offer of employment remains subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance, a health check and references.<br></i><br><br><br>

Volunteer Counsellor (x2 Posts)

<h2>Job overview</h2><b>BASIS International &amp; Bilingual Schools Chengdu is seeking qualified candidates for a College Admissions Counselor for the 2026-27 school year!<br></b><b><br></b>As a College Counselor at BASIS International &amp; Bilingual Schools Chengdu, you will be responsible for teaching a daily college counseling workshop to 12th graders, completing college counseling reports, and serving as the Senior Research Project (SRP) coordinator. You will also organize college admissions visits each fall, conduct family college counseling evenings, meet one-on-one with 10th and 11th graders during the academic year, and instruct students on completing college admissions applications and financial aid applications and obtaining recommendations.<br><br>Additionally, this individual will be responsible for developing new program ideas, co-leading college information evening sessions, and developing and maintaining college planning and career assessment and readiness software such as Naviance. You will have the opportunity to work closely with both students and parents on selecting the correct college or university based on the student’s career trajectory. This position is focused on student success and readiness for college and university study in the United States and other countries.<br><br><b>Why Choose BASIS International &amp; Bilingual Schools?<br></b>BASIS International &amp; Bilingual Schools is a dynamic, rapidly growing network of schools in China known for academic excellence and innovation. Since our first school opened in Shenzhen in 2015, BASIS International &amp; Bilingual Schools has expanded across China, with campuses in Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Chengdu, and Wuhan. In 2024, we proudly launched three new schools in Shenzhen, including our first Early Childhood Education campuses, and will continue our growth with two new schools in 2026: BASIS Bilingual School Beijing and BASIS Bilingual School Guangzhou.<br>Our students consistently gain admission to prestigious universities worldwide, such as Harvard, Princeton, Oxford, MIT, and Cornell, with nearly 100% of graduates accepted into Top 50 U.S. universities and other similarly rated universities in the UK, Canada, and Hong Kong.&nbsp; &nbsp;<br><b>About BASIS International &amp; Bilingual Schools Chengdu <br></b>BASIS International &amp; Bilingual Schools Chengdu opened in 2022 and serves students in Grades Pre-K – 11, with courses eventually being offered through Grade 12 and a capacity of over 1,800 students. This beautiful campus is our first to house both an international and bilingual curriculum in one location. Chengdu is the capital of Sichuan province—home to famous historic sites, cuisine, and culture. Our school is located in a new, high-tech area in the southwest of the city, convenient to the airport and with plenty of green space.<br><b>Who We're Looking For:<br></b>﻿Minimum: Bachelor’s degree. Master's preferred.<br><br>Together with a high level of educational attainment, a successful applicant will demonstrate strong communication skills in speaking with parents and students; editing essays; and writing letters of recommendation. Critically, an applicant must possess a high GPA in their major, excellent employment recommendations, and experience working with students and parents.<br><br><b>What We Offer <br></b>At BASIS International &amp; Bilingual Schools, we believe in investing in our faculty. Our benefits package is competitive, and we offer unparalleled support to our expatriate staff: <br><ul><li>Competitive Salary: Reflective of your education and experience. <br></li><li>Global Health Coverage: Including coverage in the U.S. for American citizens. <br></li><li>Housing: Provided furnished accommodation or a housing allowance. <br></li><li>Retirement Benefits: Receive an annual retirement bonus equal to 10% of your annual salary. <br></li><li>Travel Benefits: Paid travel to and from China at the start and end of your contract, plus an annual travel allowance. <br></li><li>Relocation Support: Moving allowance and comprehensive assistance with visa, work permit and residence permit arrangements. <br></li><li>Free School Meals: Say goodbye to meal planning—enjoy delicious, complimentary breakfast and lunch on campus. <br></li><li>Full BASIS Tuition Waiver: Enroll up to two school-aged children per teacher, or up to three children per teaching couple, with free tuition. <br></li><li>Savings Potential: Maximize your earnings with our comprehensive benefits package, low cost of living, and competitive salary—allowing you to save significantly while living and working in China. <br></li><li>Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and career advancement within our growing global network. <br></li></ul><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br>

College Admissions Counselor

<h2>Job overview</h2>The Spires College are seeking to appoint a Counsellor to work within our Pastoral team.<br>We are passionate about the importance of pastoral care and fervently believe that this support is a key factor in unleashing the power of education to transform lives.  If you share these views and are dedicated to bringing positive outcomes for all young people then this could be the perfect role for you.  <br><br>The Spires College is a close community, with a shared desire to be the best we can be.  As a School we are committed to staff’s professional development and invest heavily in ensuring our teachers grow and flourish as practitioners.  <br><br>We offer:<br><br>•	a high level of support for all new staff;<br>•	the opportunity to work alongside experienced staff and agencies beyond the College;<br>•	an exciting and stimulating place to work in a friendly environment.<br>•	a commitment to support employees professional development <br>•	a modern, purpose-built building and excellent facilities.<br>•	An exceptional staff benefits package including: access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, free 24/7 counselling, legal &amp; information line, critical incident advice and telephone support, online health portal, free onsite gym access.<br><br>You will:<br><br>•	have a degree or diploma in counselling and be a member of the BACP;<br>•	have experience of working with young people, preferably within a school or education environment;<br>•	have knowledge of relevant regulatory and legislative frameworks;<br>•	be approachable, resilient, calm and level headed;<br>•	be enthusiastic about giving young people the best possible start in life;<br>•	be enthusiastic, self-motivating and able to demonstrate flexibility in your style of approach;<br>•	have a caring and patient nature, and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills;<br>•	be a team player, and be able to contribute to the shared responsibility ethos of our school;<br><br>The Spires College is a co-educational, 11-18 School with a bilateral stream.  We are a friendly, caring school which puts the needs of our children at the heart of all we do and are committed to improving outcomes for all young people.<br><br>For further details about the post including details of how to apply, please visit our website: <a href="https://www.thespirescollege.com/page/?title=Staff+Vacancies&amp;pid=132" target="_blank">https://www.thespirescollege.com/page/?title=Staff+Vacancies&amp;pid=132</a> or contact Michelle Smith HR Officer using the email address <a href="mailto:jobs@thespirescollege.com" target="_blank">jobs@thespirescollege.com</a> and the subject “Counsellor Enquiry”.<br><br>The closing date for applications is 9 am on Thursday 20 November 2025<br><br><br>

Student Counsellor

<h2>Job overview</h2>Croydon High is seeking to appoint an experienced Counsellor to play a vital role in the school's pastoral team.<br>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.<br><br>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.<br>This position would suit an experienced school counsellor, or a professional seeking a change of practice.<br><br>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.<br><br><b>Why Croydon High School:<br></b><br>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. <br><br>As part of the GDST, the UK's leading network of independent girls' schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as: <br><br>•	Competitive salaries and pay progression <br>•	Extensive professional development opportunities <br>•	Training grants for obtaining further qualifications <br>•	GDST central training and development programme<br>•	Generous pension schemes <br>•	Life assurance benefit <br>•	Free school lunches<br>•	Up to 50% discount on fees for children at GDST schools<br>•	Interest free loans for training, computer purchase or season tickets<br>•	Cycle to Work scheme<br>•	Employee Assistance Programme<br>•	Retail and lifestyle discounts<br>•	Financial guidance and support<br>•	Competitive terms and conditions of employment<br><br><b>For further details and an application form please click the apply button.<br></b><b><br></b><b>The closing date for applications is noon, Monday 17 November 2025.</b><b><br></b><b>Applications will be reviewed regularly. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.<br></b><b><br></b><b>The school reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.<br></b><i><br></i><i>The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included.<br></i><i><br></i><i>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.<br></i><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br>

Counsellor

<h2>Job overview</h2>EQUA Mead Learning Trust is looking to recruit a passionate and enthusiastic&nbsp; Primary School Counsellor to join their team. Working as a member of staff within our Trust, you will play an active role in ensuring the well-being of children and young people.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>The successful candidate will be based at The Harbour on the site of Castle Mead School in Trowbridge.&nbsp; The Harbour Programme adopts a holistic partnership approach to supporting children with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. You will work alongside a small and dedicated multi-professional team.&nbsp;<a href="https://theharbourprogramme.org/" target="_blank">https://theharbourprogramme.org/</a><br>The working hours for this role are five hours per week on a long-term services contract.&nbsp; There is an element of flexibility, but it must be delivered within the school day, term time only.&nbsp;<br>Your duties and responsibilities will include providing a quality counselling service to primary-aged children experiencing a wide range of emotional issues. You will be expected to contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and mental well-being of children and young people.&nbsp; The successful candidate will provide a confidential counselling service, primarily on a 1:1 basis; however, therapeutic group work may be required. You must be able to communicate effectively with staff and external agencies to ensure that pupils receive the support they need.&nbsp;<br>For a complete Job description and Person Specification, please view the attached documents. We recommend viewing these documents, as this will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for.<br><br>EQUA Mead Learning Trust is a leading educational institution based in Wiltshire. Dedicated to providing high-quality education to students from diverse backgrounds. Members of staff across EQUA Mead will be committed to improving the life chances of the pupils we educate and ensure we give Every Child, Every Chance. As a growing Trust, currently educating almost 6000 pupils across 22 different schools (pre-school, primary, secondary, and sixth form) we are immensely proud of our staff and endeavour to be an employer of choice. This is an exciting time as we continue to grow the number of schools and children we support.<br><br>When completing your application, please ensure that you add at least 2 references, with the first being your most recent employer. Please view the attached referencing document to familiarise yourself with our process. Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date.<br><br>In addition, it is essential that your application includes a full employment history and accounts for any periods of time where you were not in active employment.<br><br>If you have any questions about the vacancy or would like to know more about EQUA Mead Learning Trust, please do not hesitate to contact Jayne Bullock, <a href="mailto:jbullock@equamead.org" target="_blank">jbullock@equamead.org</a>. <br><br>This role will involve contact with children and the post holder will be engaged in regulated activity relevant to children and will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed. <br><br><i>We will only submit a DBS application to the relevant disclosure service when a position is accepted. <br></i><i><br></i><i>This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow Safer Recruitment procedures and all interviews, regardless of role, will include questions about approaches to safeguarding. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on our website and follows all guidance in the most recent Keeping Children Safe in Education.  <br></i><i><br></i><i>All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exception Order 1975 (2013 &amp; 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’.  These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. <br></i><i><br></i><i>Please note that by submitting an application, you acknowledge that we reserve the right to view any publicly available information published online (including social media platforms) as part of our shortlisting process, in line with current KCSIE guidelines.<br></i><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br><br>

School Counsellor

<i>Location</i>West Kent

	<i>Position</i>Clinical Trainee Placements

	<i>Advertising Salary</i>Not Applicable

	<i>Vacancy Type</i>Placement

	<i>Careers Site Advertising End Date</i>Not Specified

	<i>Hours</i>Hours Per Week:7

	<i>Working Pattern</i>Mon - Fri

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    <li><strong>Thank you for your interest in a Counselling Placement at a Place2Be partner school!&nbsp;Click this link to view a map of our placement schools:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?hl=en&amp;mid=1FifS_0M0IiXmPX8eVUc-1EAlBcG_xag&amp;ll=53.72628311420423%2C-1.5667679000000136&amp;z=6" target="_blank">Placement Map</a>&nbsp;</strong></li>
    <li><strong>Please note that not all schools will have placements available, but we will try our best to match you to a convenient placement.</strong></li>
    <li><strong>We recruit for Counsellors to start in school in January, April or September in line with school term time. Please note the recruitment and onboarding process can take 2-3 months.</strong></li>
    <li><strong>Please only apply for one vacancy as multiple applications are rejected on the system. If successful upon interview, you will have the opportunity to discuss your location preference.</strong></li>
    <li><strong>All successful applicants would need a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) or Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check that is&nbsp;enhanced, checked for&nbsp;children’s and adult’s barred list, and is&nbsp;registered on the Update Service.</strong></li>
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<p>Counsellors&nbsp;on Placement provide emotional and therapeutic support to children and young people aged 4-18 in Place2Be partner schools. As an organisation that has adopted the BACP ethical framework of good practice in Counselling and Psychotherapy, counsellors working within the organisation are dedicated to improving the mental health and well-being of the children they work with.</p>
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    <li>Place2Be provides a high level of support to counsellors on placement through regular supervision, tailored training workshops and offers a well-recognised clinical placement*.</li>
    <li>We provide a comprehensive induction programme and clinical supervision is undertaken at the end of each day.</li>
    <li>We need you to be available for a minimum of one day per week to work in a therapeutic capacity with up to 3 children offering one-to-one counselling.</li>
    <li>Placements are term time only and run for one academic year. There are opportunities for you to stay with us beyond one year.</li>
    <li>You will have the opportunity to attend up to six optional workshops throughout the year which are recognised as continuing professional development time.</li>
    <li>Sessions spent with children are accepted as clinical hours towards professional accreditation, and are recognised by the BACP and UKCP.</li>
    <li>A placement is an excellent stepping stone into a job opportunity and career with Place2Be, over&nbsp;⅔&nbsp;of our clinical staff were once Counsellors on Placement.</li>
    <li>We have places available in our projects in both primary and secondary schools nationwide.</li>
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<p>*<strong>Counting your hours</strong></p>
<p>All clinical hours gained on placement can be used towards accreditation with a body such as BACP and UKCP. However if you need to gain clinical hours for your course, we would strongly advise that you check with your course tutor as to whether child hours are accepted before applying. If your course does not accept child hours but you would like to gain counselling experience of working with Children and Young People, you can still apply for a Place2Be placement as a second placement.</p>
<p><strong>Diversity and Inclusion</strong></p>
<p>Place2Be is committed to equal opportunities and anti-discrimination practices and we positively encourage applications from all sections of the community. We are particularly interested in attracting applications from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.<br>
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<p>You will be a fully qualified Counsellor, Therapist or studying towards one of these professions at the following levels:</p>
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    <li>Diploma in Counselling (Level 4 or above). If you are in your first year you will have completed a full academic year Certificate Course in Counselling or the equivalent of 9 - 12 months.</li>
    <li>Degree, MSc or MA in Counselling or Psychotherapy - if you are in your first year you will have relevant experience of direct work with children.</li>
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<p>We are always looking for suitable counsellors on placement, so if you believe you have what it takes to thrive in this challenging, rewarding environment please apply.&nbsp;Please view/download the full Job Description and Person Specification on our website for further details.</p>

		
	
		<h2>About Us</h2>
	
		
			<p>Place2Be is the leading children's mental health charity providing in-school support and expert professional development to improve the emotional wellbeing of children and young people, families,&nbsp;teachers&nbsp;and school staff. The charity currently provides an embedded mental health service in 500 UK primary and secondary schools supporting a school community of around 243,000 children and young people.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
<p>Our teams provide a range of services in our partner schools to build resilience early in life through counselling, creative work and play and support a child’s ability to engage in school life.&nbsp; Our work, focused on early intervention, is part of the comprehensive CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) system.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>
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Through our professional development programme, we are training around 1,200 Counsellors on Placement each year who build their mental health and counselling skills and experience through practice in our partner schools. We also provide a range of professional development programmes on mental health and wellbeing for school leaders, teachers and other professionals who work with children and young people, so we can help to build ‘mentally healthy’ schools and communities where all children can thrive and flourish.</p>
<p>We continue to pilot,&nbsp;trial&nbsp;and explore new ways in which we can develop our practice as well as share learning, expertise and findings from the robust evidence and evaluation we gather.&nbsp;<strong>HRH The&nbsp;Princess of Wales</strong>&nbsp;is our Royal Patron and Place2Be is one of the founding charity partners of Heads Together. We also work collaboratively with a range of charities and expert organisations to leverage best-in-class knowledge and expertise to inform, develop and improve outcomes for the children,&nbsp;families&nbsp;and schools we support.&nbsp;We ask our staff team to share our core values of perseverance, integrity,&nbsp;compassion&nbsp;and creativity, and to have the skills and patience to support some of the UK’s most vulnerable children and families.</p>
<p><strong>Our values:</strong></p>
<p>We believe that how we approach our work is as important as the work itself. Our four key values shape everything we do:</p>
<p><strong>Compassion</strong>&nbsp;– We bring empathy and kindness to all we do, to better understand and meet the needs of children and young people, colleagues and other stakeholders.</p>
<p><strong>Integrity</strong>&nbsp;– We demonstrate sound ethical values in all our work, and we are honest, transparent, courageous and authentic.</p>
<p><strong>Perseverance</strong>&nbsp;– We have the courage to continue in the face of adversity and do this with determination to find effective solutions.</p>
<p><strong>Creativity</strong>&nbsp;– We bring an open-minded approach and flexibility to our thinking and actions and enable others to do the same.&nbsp;</p>
		
	

        
            
            
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Counsellor on Placement West Kent

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>Are you an experienced and accredited counselling professional looking to take the next step in leadership? Nouvita Healthcare is proud to be launching a newNHS-commissioned Talking Therapiesservice in Hertfordshire and we are looking for a dynamicLead Counsellorto play a pivotal role in its success.</p><p>This is a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting new chapter in accessible, high-quality mental health care. Youll help build, shape, and deliver a compassionate, forward-thinking counselling service working closely with colleagues, GPs, NHS partners, and the wider community.</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p><strong>What Youll Be Doing</strong></p><ul> <li><p>Provide Clinical Leadershipto counsellors, trainees, and other therapy professionals</p></li> <li><p>Ensure Safe &amp; Effective Supervision, overseeing the structure and quality of clinical supervision</p></li> <li><p>Deliver Specialist Therapyfor complex presentations within the service</p></li> <li><p>Support Service Developmentby creating new interventions, guiding best practice, and driving innovation within the counselling modalities</p></li> <li><p>Collaborate with NHS Partners(including Hertfordshire Partnership Foundation Trust and GPs)</p></li> <li><p>Lead Recruitment &amp; Workforce Development, helping build and train our team</p></li> <li><p>Promote Mental Health Awarenessthrough community events, training, and public engagement</p></li></ul>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>Nouvita Healthcare is an established provider of specialist health and social care services across Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred mental health support and therapeutic services in hospital, residential and now in outpatient settings. Our focus is on empowering recovery and improving outcomes through effective, compassionate care. At Nouvita, we value continuous improvement and foster an environment where all staff have a voice and can develop their careers.</p><p>We are committed to:</p><p>Delivering high-quality mental health services</p><p>Maintaining excellent clinical governance and patient outcomes</p><p>Supporting staff development and wellbeing</p><p>Promoting equality, inclusion, and diversity in everything we do</p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>27 August 2025</p>

  
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    <p>Other</p>

    
  

  
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      £55,000 a year
      
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  <p>Permanent</p>

  

  
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  <p>L0012-25-0017</p>
  

  
    
      
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      <p>33 Wellfield Close</p>
            <p>Hatfield</p>
      <p>Hertfordshire</p>
      <p>AL100BU</p>
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    <h2>Job description</h2>
    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p><strong>Why Join Nouvita Healthcare?</strong></p><ul> <li><p>Be part of abrand-new, values-led Talking Therapies service</p></li> <li><p>Play akey leadership rolefrom day one</p></li> <li><p>Work in asupportive, multidisciplinary environment</p></li> <li><p>Contribute togenuinely meaningful mental health transformation</p></li> <li><p>Opportunities for continuedprofessional development and innovation</p></li></ul><p>If you're ready to make a difference and shape the future of psychological therapies in Hertfordshire,wed love to hear from you.</p>
  

  
    
      
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      <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
      <p><strong>Why Join Nouvita Healthcare?</strong></p><ul> <li><p>Be part of abrand-new, values-led Talking Therapies service</p></li> <li><p>Play akey leadership rolefrom day one</p></li> <li><p>Work in asupportive, multidisciplinary environment</p></li> <li><p>Contribute togenuinely meaningful mental health transformation</p></li> <li><p>Opportunities for continuedprofessional development and innovation</p></li></ul><p>If you're ready to make a difference and shape the future of psychological therapies in Hertfordshire,wed love to hear from you.</p>
    
  


      
  
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
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        <li>What Were Looking For:</li>
        
        <li>Completed training in Counselling for Depression (essential) </li>
        
        <li>One or more NHS Talking Therapies specified counselling or psychotherapy accreditations (as detailed in the NHS Talking Therapies Manual): British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Accredited; United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) Registered as a Psychotherapist or Psychotherapeutic Counsellor; Association of Christian Counsellors (ACC) Accreditation; National Counselling Society (NCS) Accredited Professional registrants, British Psychoanalytic Council Registered.</li>
        
        <li>Proven experience in clinical leadership and supervision</li>
        
        <li>Skilled in working with complex presentations</li>
        
        <li>In-depth knowledge of NHS Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT)</li>
        
        <li>Passion for service development, workforce growth, and patient care</li>
        
        <li>Willingness to travel across Hertfordshire County</li>
        
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          Qualifications
        
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        <li>Completed training in Counselling for Depression - CfD  </li>
        
        <li>One or more NHS Talking Therapies specified counselling or psychotherapy accreditations (as detailed in the NHS Talking Therapies Manual): </li>
        
        <li>British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Accredited; United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) Registered as a Psychotherapist or Psychotherapeutic Counsellor; Association of Christian Counsellors (ACC) Accreditation; National Counselling Society (NCS) Accredited Professional registrants, British Psychoanalytic Council Registered.</li>
        
        <li>Willingness to travel across Hertfordshire County</li>
        
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        <h4>Desirable</h4>
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          <li>In-depth knowledge of NHS Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT)</li>
          
          <li>Passion for service development, workforce growth, and patient care</li>
          
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            Experience
          
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        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>What Were Looking For:</li>
          
          <li>Completed training in Counselling for Depression (essential) </li>
          
          <li>One or more NHS Talking Therapies specified counselling or psychotherapy accreditations (as detailed in the NHS Talking Therapies Manual): British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Accredited; United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) Registered as a Psychotherapist or Psychotherapeutic Counsellor; Association of Christian Counsellors (ACC) Accreditation; National Counselling Society (NCS) Accredited Professional registrants, British Psychoanalytic Council Registered.</li>
          
          <li>Proven experience in clinical leadership and supervision</li>
          
          <li>Skilled in working with complex presentations</li>
          
          <li>In-depth knowledge of NHS Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT)</li>
          
          <li>Passion for service development, workforce growth, and patient care</li>
          
          <li>Willingness to travel across Hertfordshire County</li>
          
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            Qualifications
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Completed training in Counselling for Depression - CfD  </li>
          
          <li>One or more NHS Talking Therapies specified counselling or psychotherapy accreditations (as detailed in the NHS Talking Therapies Manual): </li>
          
          <li>British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Accredited; United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) Registered as a Psychotherapist or Psychotherapeutic Counsellor; Association of Christian Counsellors (ACC) Accreditation; National Counselling Society (NCS) Accredited Professional registrants, British Psychoanalytic Council Registered.</li>
          
          <li>Willingness to travel across Hertfordshire County</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
          <h4>Desirable</h4>
          <ul>
            
            <li>In-depth knowledge of NHS Talking Therapies (formerly IAPT)</li>
            
            <li>Passion for service development, workforce growth, and patient care</li>
            
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    <h2>Employer details</h2>
    <h3>Employer name</h3>
    <p>Nouvita Limited</p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
      <p>33 Wellfield Close</p>
            <p>Hatfield</p>
      <p>Hertfordshire</p>
      <p>AL100BU</p>
    
  

  
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        <p>Nouvita Limited</p>
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          <p>33 Wellfield Close</p>
                    <p>Hatfield</p>
          <p>Hertfordshire</p>
          <p>AL100BU</p>
        
      

      
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        <h3 id="employer_website_heading">Employer's website</h3>
          
            <p><a href="https://nouvita.co.uk/" target="_blank">https://nouvita.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>

NHS Jobs

Senior Counsellor (CfD - Counselling for Depression) 

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>This is a 24 month Fixed Term Contract.</p>
<p>To provide counselling to people living with and beyond cancer who are inpatients and outpatients at Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT).</p>
<p>To support patients, with their carers and families in coping with and adjusting to challenges and changing circumstances as a result of cancer.</p>
<p>To work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the service policies and procedure.</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>Accept referrals via agreed service protocols and refer on to appropriate services if required.</p> <p>Assess the emotional needs of people affected by cancer who may present with multiple issues. Negotiate a therapy contract with a rationale and plan for sessions, or refer on to appropriate services as appropriate.</p> <p>Deliver counselling based on current needs for people affected by cancer using appropriate models of level 3 psychological interventions (NICE, 2004). This will usually be one-to-one, but may include couple, family or group work and seeing patients on the ward.</p> <p>Communicate with a high degree of skill and sensitivity, complex information while working with people to understand their individual difficulties in adjusting to a cancer diagnosis, treatment, survivorship and sometimes a life-limiting illness.</p> <p>Make and keep appropriate notes of clinical sessions and accurately record and analyze screening and outcome measures.</p> <p>Undertake risk assessment and management to include suicide risk and safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults and make referrals as necessary.</p> <p>Exercise autonomous professional responsibility and accountability for clinical work undertaken and organize and manage own clinical caseload, supported day to day by The Cove Centre Manager and professionally by the Macmillan Lead Clinical Psychologist.</p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with</p> <p>visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.</p> <p>We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.</p> <p>The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.</p> <p>Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.</p> <p><strong>Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is a research active organisation.</strong></p> <p>It's established <strong>South West Clinical School in Cornwall</strong> exists to promote clinical academic career opportunities for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals interested in research and evidence-based activities. Read their research paper to find out more.</p> <p>Website: <a href="https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/clinical-schools/royal-cornwall-hospitals-nhs-trust-clinical-school" target="_blank">https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/clinical-schools/royal-cornwall-hos…</a></p> <p><a href="https://doi.org/10.1177/17449871231209037" target="_blank">https://doi.org/10.1177/17449871231209037</a></p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>30 October 2025</p>

  
    <h3>Pay scheme</h3>
    <p>Agenda for change</p>

    
      
        <h3>Band</h3>
      
      <p>Band 5</p>
  
  

  
  
    <h3>Salary</h3>
    <p>
      £31,049 to £37,796 a year
      
        Pa pro rata
      
    </p>
  
  

  <h3 id="contract_type_heading">Contract</h3>
  <p>Fixed term</p>

  
    <h3 id="contract_duration_heading">Duration</h3>
    <p>24 months</p>
  

  
    <h3 id="working_pattern_heading">Working pattern</h3>
    <p>
      
        
          Full-time
        
      
    </p>
  

  <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
  
  <p>156-7502806</p>
  

  
    
      
        <h3 id="employer_location_heading">Job locations</h3>
      
      
      <p>The Cove Macmillan Centre</p>
      <p>Royal Cornwall Hospital</p>
      <p>Truro</p>
            <p>TR1 3LJ</p>
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    <h2>Job description</h2>
    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p><strong>PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.</strong></p> <p><strong>To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:</strong></p> <ul>  <li>Identity Checks</li>  <li>Professional registration and qualification checks</li>  <li>Employment history and reference checks</li>  <li>Occupational Health clearance</li>  <li>Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check</li>  <li>Right to work in the UK</li> </ul> <p>For further information please visit:</p> <p><a href="https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation" target="_blank">https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-r…</a></p> <p><strong>We reserve the right to close this advert early. </strong></p> <p><strong>We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.</strong></p> <p><strong>We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.</strong></p>
  

  
    
      
        Job description
      
    
    
      <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
      <p><strong>PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.</strong></p> <p><strong>To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:</strong></p> <ul>  <li>Identity Checks</li>  <li>Professional registration and qualification checks</li>  <li>Employment history and reference checks</li>  <li>Occupational Health clearance</li>  <li>Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check</li>  <li>Right to work in the UK</li> </ul> <p>For further information please visit:</p> <p><a href="https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation" target="_blank">https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-r…</a></p> <p><strong>We reserve the right to close this advert early. </strong></p> <p><strong>We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.</strong></p> <p><strong>We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.</strong></p>
    
  


      
  
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          Qualifications
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>Professional counselling  qualification to Level 4 Diploma as  recognised by the BACP</li>
        
        <li>Accreditation with  the BACP/UKCP (or  accreditation applied  for)</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Qualifications and experience in a variety of psychotherapeutic modalities</li>
          
        </ul>
      
    
    
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          Experience
        
      </h3>
      
      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>Ability to assess the appropriateness of counselling for patients</li>
        
        <li>Experience of providing time limited therapy using a range of therapeutic approaches</li>
        
        <li>Experience of working as a member of a team as a counsellor</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Experience of working in an oncology &amp;/or physical health setting</li>
          
          <li>Participation in audit and research</li>
          
          <li>Experience of delivering teaching/training</li>
          
        </ul>
      
    
    
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          Practical and intellectual skills (including any special knowledge)
        
      </h3>
      
      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>Excellent communication skills</li>
        
        <li>Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team</li>
        
        <li>Understanding of common psychological difficulties</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Good teaching and presentation skills</li>
          
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            Qualifications
          
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        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Professional counselling  qualification to Level 4 Diploma as  recognised by the BACP</li>
          
          <li>Accreditation with  the BACP/UKCP (or  accreditation applied  for)</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
          <h4>Desirable</h4>
          <ul>
            
            <li>Qualifications and experience in a variety of psychotherapeutic modalities</li>
            
          </ul>
        
      
      
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            Experience
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Ability to assess the appropriateness of counselling for patients</li>
          
          <li>Experience of providing time limited therapy using a range of therapeutic approaches</li>
          
          <li>Experience of working as a member of a team as a counsellor</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
          <h4>Desirable</h4>
          <ul>
            
            <li>Experience of working in an oncology &amp;/or physical health setting</li>
            
            <li>Participation in audit and research</li>
            
            <li>Experience of delivering teaching/training</li>
            
          </ul>
        
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_3">
          
            Practical and intellectual skills (including any special knowledge)
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Excellent communication skills</li>
          
          <li>Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team</li>
          
          <li>Understanding of common psychological difficulties</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
          <h4>Desirable</h4>
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            <li>Good teaching and presentation skills</li>
            
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    <h3 id="dbs-message">Disclosure and Barring Service Check</h3>
    <p>This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.</p>
  

  
    <h3 id="tier-two-sponsorship">Certificate of Sponsorship</h3>
    <p>Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration" target="_blank"> UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
    <p>From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants" target="_blank"> Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
  

  
    <h3 id="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
    <p>
      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
      <a href="https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals" target="_blank">NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).</a>
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        <p>This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.</p>
      

      
        <h3 id="tier-two-sponsorship">Certificate of Sponsorship</h3>
        <p>Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration" target="_blank"> UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
        <p>From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants" target="_blank"> Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
      

      
        <h3 id="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
        <p>
          Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
          <a href="https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals" target="_blank">NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).</a>
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    <h2>Employer details</h2>
    <h3>Employer name</h3>
    <p>Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust</p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
      <p>The Cove Macmillan Centre</p>
      <p>Royal Cornwall Hospital</p>
      <p>Truro</p>
            <p>TR1 3LJ</p>
    
  

  
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    <h3 id="employer_website_heading">Employer's website</h3>
      
        <p><a href="https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>
      
  

  
    
    
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
    
  



  
      
        <h2>Employer details</h2>
        <h3>Employer name</h3>
        <p>Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust</p>
        <h3>Address</h3>
        
          
          <p>The Cove Macmillan Centre</p>
          <p>Royal Cornwall Hospital</p>
          <p>Truro</p>
                    <p>TR1 3LJ</p>
        
      

      
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        <h3 id="employer_website_heading">Employer's website</h3>
          
            <p><a href="https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>

Macmillan Counsellor

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>Are you a qualified Counsellor for Depression (CfD) looking to make a real difference in people's lives? Nouvita Healthcare is seeking dedicated, sessional counsellors to join our growing<strong>NHS Talking Therapies</strong>team. This hybrid role offers flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to deliver high-quality, evidence-based therapy to adults experiencing common mental health issues.</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>Youll work within the<strong>NHS Talking Therapies (IAPT) framework</strong>, delivering short-term counselling interventions that are person-centred and guided by the<strong>Person-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression (PCE-CfD)</strong>model.</p><p><strong>Your responsibilities will include:</strong></p><ul> <li><p>Conducting assessments and delivering therapy sessions</p></li> <li><p>Supporting clients through their mental health journeys using evidence-based practice</p></li> <li><p>Maintaining clear, timely clinical notes on our digital system</p></li> <li><p>Collaborating with team members, supervisors, and partner agencies</p></li> <li><p>Participating in regular supervision, training, and professional development</p></li></ul>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>Nouvita Healthcare is an established provider of specialist health and social care services across Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred mental health support and therapeutic services in hospital, residential and now in outpatient settings. Our focus is on empowering recovery and improving outcomes through effective, compassionate care. At Nouvita, we value continuous improvement and foster an environment where all staff have a voice and can develop their careers.</p><p>We are committed to:</p><p>Delivering high-quality mental health services</p><p>Maintaining excellent clinical governance and patient outcomes</p><p>Supporting staff development and wellbeing</p><p>Promoting equality, inclusion, and diversity in everything we do</p><p></p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>27 August 2025</p>

  
    <h3>Pay scheme</h3>
    <p>Other</p>

    
  

  
    <h3>Salary</h3>
    <p>
      £25 a session
      
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  <h3 id="contract_type_heading">Contract</h3>
  <p>Permanent</p>

  

  
    <h3 id="working_pattern_heading">Working pattern</h3>
    <p>
      
        
          Full-time,
        
      
        
          Part-time,
        
      
        
          Flexible working,
        
      
        
          Home or remote working
        
      
    </p>
  

  <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
  
  <p>L0012-25-0018</p>
  

  
    
      
        <h3 id="employer_location_heading">Job locations</h3>
      
      
      <p>33 Wellfield Close</p>
            <p>Hatfield</p>
      <p>Hertfordshire</p>
      <p>AL100BU</p>
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    <h2>Job description</h2>
    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p>Youll work within the<strong>NHS Talking Therapies (IAPT) framework</strong>, delivering short-term counselling interventions that are person-centred and guided by the<strong>Person-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression (PCE-CfD)</strong>model.</p><p><strong>Your responsibilities will include:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Conducting assessments and delivering therapy sessions</p></li> <li><p>Supporting clients through their mental health journeys using evidence-based practice</p></li> <li><p>Maintaining clear, timely clinical notes on our digital system</p></li> <li><p>Collaborating with team members, supervisors, and partner agencies</p></li> <li><p>Participating in regular supervision, training, and professional development</p></li></ul>
  

  
    
      
        Job description
      
    
    
      <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
      <p>Youll work within the<strong>NHS Talking Therapies (IAPT) framework</strong>, delivering short-term counselling interventions that are person-centred and guided by the<strong>Person-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression (PCE-CfD)</strong>model.</p><p><strong>Your responsibilities will include:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Conducting assessments and delivering therapy sessions</p></li> <li><p>Supporting clients through their mental health journeys using evidence-based practice</p></li> <li><p>Maintaining clear, timely clinical notes on our digital system</p></li> <li><p>Collaborating with team members, supervisors, and partner agencies</p></li> <li><p>Participating in regular supervision, training, and professional development</p></li></ul>
    
  


      
  
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          Experience
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>- Qualification in CfD</li>
        
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          Qualifications
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
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        <li>- BACP membership (Accreditation or working towards it)</li>
        
        <li>- Qualification in CfD</li>
        
        <li>- At least 2 years of post-qualification experience</li>
        
        <li>- Experience delivering time-limited counselling</li>
        
        <li>- Remote counselling qualification and good IT skills</li>
        
        <li>- Ability to travel within Hertfordshire as needed</li>
        
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          <li>- Strong interpersonal and communication skills</li>
          
          <li>- A flexible, client-focused approach</li>
          
          <li>- A solid understanding of confidentiality, ethics, and safeguarding</li>
          
          <li>- Commitment to equality, diversity, and professional standards</li>
          
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            Qualifications
          
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        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>- BACP membership (Accreditation or working towards it)</li>
          
          <li>- Qualification in CfD</li>
          
          <li>- At least 2 years of post-qualification experience</li>
          
          <li>- Experience delivering time-limited counselling</li>
          
          <li>- Remote counselling qualification and good IT skills</li>
          
          <li>- Ability to travel within Hertfordshire as needed</li>
          
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          <h4>Desirable</h4>
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            <li>- Strong interpersonal and communication skills</li>
            
            <li>- A flexible, client-focused approach</li>
            
            <li>- A solid understanding of confidentiality, ethics, and safeguarding</li>
            
            <li>- Commitment to equality, diversity, and professional standards</li>
            
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    <p>This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.</p>
  

  

  
    <h3 id="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
    <p>
      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
      <a href="https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals" target="_blank">NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).</a>
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        Additional information
      
    
    
      
        <h3 id="dbs-message">Disclosure and Barring Service Check</h3>
        <p>This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.</p>
      

      

      
        <h3 id="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
        <p>
          Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
          <a href="https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals" target="_blank">NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).</a>
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    <h2>Employer details</h2>
    <h3>Employer name</h3>
    <p>Nouvita Limited</p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
      <p>33 Wellfield Close</p>
            <p>Hatfield</p>
      <p>Hertfordshire</p>
      <p>AL100BU</p>
    
  

  
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        <p><a href="https://nouvita.co.uk/" target="_blank">https://nouvita.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>
      
  

  
    
    
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
    
  



  
      
        <h2>Employer details</h2>
        <h3>Employer name</h3>
        <p>Nouvita Limited</p>
        <h3>Address</h3>
        
          
          <p>33 Wellfield Close</p>
                    <p>Hatfield</p>
          <p>Hertfordshire</p>
          <p>AL100BU</p>
        
      

      
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        <h3 id="employer_website_heading">Employer's website</h3>
          
            <p><a href="https://nouvita.co.uk/" target="_blank">https://nouvita.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>

Sessional Counsellor

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>Join Our Wellbeing Team!</p> <p>We're offering an exciting opportunity to become part of our dedicated Wellbeing Team, where your work will have a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families. Our team provides a wide range of services including supportive therapies, assistance with accessing benefits and community resources, and psychological, social, and spiritual support.</p> <p>As a key member of the team, you will deliver counselling and emotional support through one-to-one sessions and therapeutic group work. You'll carry out holistic assessments, contribute to multi-disciplinary team meetings, and manage your own caseload and referrals with autonomy and professionalism.</p> <p>If you're passionate about making a genuine difference and working in a compassionate, collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>As part of this role, you will work closely with our Care Teams to identify patients, carers, and families who may benefit from psychological support. Strong communication and effective joint working will be essential to ensure coordinated care planning. You will undertake holistic assessments to understand the needs and preferences of individuals, helping them access the full range of therapeutic and supportive services available.</p> <p>You will participate in regular multi-disciplinary team meetings to review referrals, assessments, and case progress. Emotional and counselling support (up to Level 3) will be provided to an agreed caseload through individual sessions and therapeutic group facilitation.</p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>At Havens Hospices, we care for children, young people and adults with complex or incurable conditions. Our specialist Care Teams can support them and their family living throughout illness, death and bereavement in the comfort of their own home and through our hospice services, Fair Havens and Little Havens.</p>
<p>Working at Havens Hospices allows you to give the gift of time to patients and families, creating memories. Although you may not be giving direct care to our patients, your contribution will have an immediate effect on our care services.</p>
<p>In return for your expertise and passion, you will receive a competitive salary package, and most of all, by making the most of every day you work at Havens Hospices you'll be helping us continue 'Making every day count' for those who need us most.</p>
<p>At Havens Hospices we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our employees and patients and expect all colleagues to share this commitment.</p>
<p>We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.</p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>11 November 2025</p>

  
    <h3>Pay scheme</h3>
    <p>Agenda for change</p>

    
      
        <h3>Band</h3>
      
      <p>Band 5</p>
  
  

  
  
    <h3>Salary</h3>
    <p>
      £31,049 to £37,796 a year
      
        AfC competitive salary, pro-rated and dependant on experience.
      
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  <h3 id="contract_type_heading">Contract</h3>
  <p>Fixed term</p>

  
    <h3 id="contract_duration_heading">Duration</h3>
    <p>12 months</p>
  

  
    <h3 id="working_pattern_heading">Working pattern</h3>
    <p>
      
        
          Part-time
        
      
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  <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
  
  <p>7607406</p>
  

  
    
      
        <h3 id="employer_location_heading">Job locations</h3>
      
      
      <p>Havens Hospices</p>
      <p>226 Priory Crescent</p>
      <p>Southend-on-Sea</p>
            <p>SS2 6PR</p>
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    <h2>Job description</h2>
    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <ul>  <li>To work closely with Havens Hospices Care Teams to identify patients, carers and families that require psychological support, ensuring good communication and effective joint planning and working.</li>  <li>To work with patients and families independently within a professional framework and following Havens Hospices policy.</li>  <li>To ensure that patients and families are aware of the therapeutic supportive services available to them.</li>  <li>To undertake a holistic assessment of clients presenting with multiple/complex issues, including safeguarding risk assessment, proposed support plan and further actions such as referral to other/specialist services.</li>  <li>To provide emotional and counselling support (up to Level 3), to an agreed caseload.</li>  <li>To manage referrals in a timely and appropriate way.</li>  <li>To work with patients and families using individual, group, or family techniques, involving other members of the multidisciplinary team as appropriate.</li>  <li>To provide an opportunity for patients and families to explore their emotions safely and creatively regarding life-limiting illness and bereavement issues.</li>  <li>To frequently communicate effectively with patients and families who are emotional due to distressing situations.</li>  <li>To participate in multidisciplinary meetings, as necessary.</li>  <li>To facilitate groups and develop activities in accordance with the needs of the service.</li>  <li>To work with the Service Lead in the recruitment and support of service volunteers and student counsellors in placement.</li>  <li>To contribute to service reporting and audits, as necessary.</li>  <li>To contribute to service outcomes by monitoring and evaluating using a variety of tools.</li>  <li>To keep records which facilitate communication within the charity following Havens Hospices policy and being mindful of good work practice.</li>  <li>To adhere to the Service Standard Operating Procedure and highlight any operational variances to the Service Lead.</li>  <li>To use professional judgement when determining the best course of action including managing safeguarding concerns in a safe and sensitive manner.</li>  <li>To work closely with the Service Lead and cover essential service tasks for a short period when required to ensure service continuity.</li> </ul>
  

  
    
      
        Job description
      
    
    
      <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
      <ul>  <li>To work closely with Havens Hospices Care Teams to identify patients, carers and families that require psychological support, ensuring good communication and effective joint planning and working.</li>  <li>To work with patients and families independently within a professional framework and following Havens Hospices policy.</li>  <li>To ensure that patients and families are aware of the therapeutic supportive services available to them.</li>  <li>To undertake a holistic assessment of clients presenting with multiple/complex issues, including safeguarding risk assessment, proposed support plan and further actions such as referral to other/specialist services.</li>  <li>To provide emotional and counselling support (up to Level 3), to an agreed caseload.</li>  <li>To manage referrals in a timely and appropriate way.</li>  <li>To work with patients and families using individual, group, or family techniques, involving other members of the multidisciplinary team as appropriate.</li>  <li>To provide an opportunity for patients and families to explore their emotions safely and creatively regarding life-limiting illness and bereavement issues.</li>  <li>To frequently communicate effectively with patients and families who are emotional due to distressing situations.</li>  <li>To participate in multidisciplinary meetings, as necessary.</li>  <li>To facilitate groups and develop activities in accordance with the needs of the service.</li>  <li>To work with the Service Lead in the recruitment and support of service volunteers and student counsellors in placement.</li>  <li>To contribute to service reporting and audits, as necessary.</li>  <li>To contribute to service outcomes by monitoring and evaluating using a variety of tools.</li>  <li>To keep records which facilitate communication within the charity following Havens Hospices policy and being mindful of good work practice.</li>  <li>To adhere to the Service Standard Operating Procedure and highlight any operational variances to the Service Lead.</li>  <li>To use professional judgement when determining the best course of action including managing safeguarding concerns in a safe and sensitive manner.</li>  <li>To work closely with the Service Lead and cover essential service tasks for a short period when required to ensure service continuity.</li> </ul>
    
  


      
  
    <h2>Person Specification</h2>
    
    
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          Education and Qualifications
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>Recognised professional counselling or psychotherapy qualification (Level 4 diploma as a minimum)</li>
        
        <li>Be a registered member of a recognised professional body (BACP, NCPS)</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
    
    
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          Knowledge and Experience
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
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        <li>Palliative care / bereavement support experience in a counselling capacity</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
    
    
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          Knowledge and Experience
        
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        <h4>Desirable</h4>
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          <li>Experience of facilitating therapeutic groups</li>
          
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            Education and Qualifications
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Recognised professional counselling or psychotherapy qualification (Level 4 diploma as a minimum)</li>
          
          <li>Be a registered member of a recognised professional body (BACP, NCPS)</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_2">
          
            Knowledge and Experience
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Palliative care / bereavement support experience in a counselling capacity</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_3">
          
            Knowledge and Experience
          
        </h3>
        
        
          <h4>Desirable</h4>
          <ul>
            
            <li>Experience of facilitating therapeutic groups</li>
            
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    <h3 id="dbs-message">Disclosure and Barring Service Check</h3>
    <p>This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.</p>
  

  

  
    <h3 id="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
    <p>
      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
      <a href="https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals" target="_blank">NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).</a>
    </p>
  


 
  
    
      
        Additional information
      
    
    
      
        <h3 id="dbs-message">Disclosure and Barring Service Check</h3>
        <p>This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.</p>
      

      

      
        <h3 id="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
        <p>
          Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
          <a href="https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals" target="_blank">NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).</a>
        </p>
      
    
  


      
  
    <h2>Employer details</h2>
    <h3>Employer name</h3>
    <p>Havens Hospices</p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
      <p>Havens Hospices</p>
      <p>226 Priory Crescent</p>
      <p>Southend-on-Sea</p>
            <p>SS2 6PR</p>
    
  

  
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    <h3 id="employer_website_heading">Employer's website</h3>
      
        <p><a href="https://www.havenshospices.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.havenshospices.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>
      
  

  
    
    
      
      
      
      
      
    
  



  
      
        <h2>Employer details</h2>
        <h3>Employer name</h3>
        <p>Havens Hospices</p>
        <h3>Address</h3>
        
          
          <p>Havens Hospices</p>
          <p>226 Priory Crescent</p>
          <p>Southend-on-Sea</p>
                    <p>SS2 6PR</p>
        
      

      
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        <h3 id="employer_website_heading">Employer's website</h3>
          
            <p><a href="https://www.havenshospices.org.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.havenshospices.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>

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