Sessional Counselling Lecturer (Level 5)
- Hourly Rate: From £36-£50p/h
- Location: Hampshire
- Job Type: Part-time, Sessional
- Closing Date for Applications: 03/08/2025
We are seeking a dynamic and inspiring Sessional Counselling Lecturer to join our vibrant team. This role is ideal for current or experienced counselling tutors or co-tutors looking to make a significant impact within our educational setting. With nearly 200 students, your role will be crucial in supporting learners to achieve their ambitions and gain a CPCAB qualification.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Deliver the CPCAB Level 5 Counselling Children and Young People Diploma.
- Lead theory discussions and assess students' counselling skills.
- Regularly mark homework and sign off on final portfolios.
- Ensure learners are adequately prepared for external assessments.
- Utilize a variety of counselling approaches, with a focus on integrative methods that include a person-centred/humanistic foundation.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Level 5 Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People (CYP-L5) or equivalent.
- 420 hours therapeutic counselling qualification at level 4 or above (e.g., TC-L4).
- Minimum of 10 hours of personal therapy.
- Membership in a professional association for counselling or psychotherapy (e.g., BACP, UKCP).
- Commitment to 30 hours per year of CPD activities.
- At least 2 years of post-qualifying practice as a current CYP practitioner.
- Experienced in providing supervision to counsellors working with CYP.
- Teaching qualification and at least 2 years of experience teaching and assessing CPCAB counselling qualifications at level 4 or above.
- For Co-Tutor applicants: 1 year of teaching and assessing CPCAB counselling qualifications at level 4 or above.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate plus holiday pay.
- Opportunity to work within a supportive and passionate team.
- Engagement in professional development and team meetings outside of teaching hours.
- Contribution to the development of students and the counselling profession.
To apply for this Sessional Counselling Lecturer position, please submit your CV