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JOIN US - Didcot Sixth Form Trainee Counsellor Vacancy
Posted on: 06/05/2022We are currently looking for placement counsellors to work in a school environment.
Commitment
One day per week, term-time only.
About you
The roles are intended to support the learning and development for those undertaking a level 4 or 5 diploma in counselling or psychotherapy.
Key responsibilities
- To contribute to the provision of high-quality counselling to Years 7 through to 13 supporting a range of common life and mental health problems.
- To observe confidentiality whilst supporting the school’s endeavour to provide excellent teaching and learning for all students.
- Contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of children and young people.
Specific responsibilities
- To be responsible for the confidential counselling services to students as required.
- The keeping and maintaining of appropriate and confidential records.
- To raise Safeguarding issues with the Designated Safeguarding Lead as required.
- To provide information on attendance/absence for statistical purposes
- To work within the limits of your proficiency as a trainee or qualified counsellor.
- To work within the framework of your professional body (BACP/UKCP/BPC)
- To attend regular clinical supervision.
- Be mindful, at all times, of the school’s Equal Opportunities policy.
How to apply
In the first instance, please send a CV and a brief covering letter by email to:
mhaddock@st-birinus.oxon.sch.uk
We intend to interview in July 2022 for a September 2022 start.
Closing date for applications is Monday, 18 July 2022.