Counsellor

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and committed Counsellor to provide Counselling, Therapy and general wellbeing support for students, to enable them to fully participate in an educational programme that prepares them for adulthood. The Counsellor will be involved in providing a high quality Counselling service to our students who require therapeutic support. They must also be able to deliver CBT based programmes where required and to work as pat of a multi-disciplinary team. The role will require the successful candidate to have a diploma, degree or post graduate qualification in Counselling as well as being registered or accredited with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy. Experience of supporting young people aged 16-25 is essential.For more information about the requirements for the role, please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Informal discussions about the role are welcomed, please e-mail our HR team in the first instance.

Homefield College is an independent specialist college and a charity that offers education to people with learning and communication difficulties.
We have several sites in Leicestershire along with a provision in Nuneaton.
We can offer you:
We care about our staff team and to support employees in their role we offer a range of benefits including.
A friendly and supportive working environment with enthusiastic and dedicated trustees and leaders.
A commitment to the professional development of our staff, providing regular development days and access to a range of CPD to help you grow and develop in your role.
We are a disability confident employer and adopt a range of workplace adjustments to support our teams to achieve their best.
Cycle to work scheme which enables you to save over 25% on bikes & accessories.
Eligibility for discount schemes such as NUS, Totum & Costco membership.
Focussed support on your wellbeing, such as support groups, access to 24 hour Employee Assistance Support and counselling, eye care vouchers, and flu / Hep-B vaccinations for eligible staff.
Contributory pension, enhanced family leave and occupational sick leave.To applyIf you are interested in this post, please complete the application forms attached. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. In line with our safeguarding practices, we are unable to accept CVs and ask that you complete the Homefield Application Form for your application to be considered.
Homefield College promotes equality and diversity and are a Disability Confident committed employer. All our employees are recruited on their merits, abilities, and suitability for the role, complying with all relevant legislation, recommendations and guidance.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expect all staff to share this commitment. All positions are subject to child protection screening, including checks with past employers, online and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring check.
Please note - Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than stated should we source a suitable candidate before the closing date.
We look forward to hearing from you.