We are looking for a fully qualified school counsellor who is passionate, motivated and committed to providing high-quality counselling service to our students. A key part of this role is to provide counselling services on an individual basis, drop–in sessions, group sessions and will be pro-active in the school’s commitment to student wellbeing.
We are committed to:
• A vibrant learning community with enthusiastic and engaging students.
• A positive and caring ethos.
• An excellent learning environment and resources.
• A team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued.
• A supportive and effective governing body.
We can offer:
• National Terms and Conditions of Employment (NJC Green Book).
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential advice and counselling service 24/7 365 days per year.
The successful candidate will:
• provide a high-quality counselling service to students experiencing a wide range of emotional problems ensuring equality of access
• provide support, guidance and advice to parents, carers and the school
• liaise with staff and external agencies to ensure that the pupils receive the support they need
• contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of children and young people.
Deadline: Tuesday 5 July
Interviews taking place week commencing 11 July 2022.
How to apply:
Application packs can be downloaded from our website.
Letters of application should be no more than two sides of A4 and should be returned with application forms to jade.hutton@bedlingtonacademy.co.uk or by post to Jade Hutton, Support Services Manager, Bedlington Academy, Palace Road, Bedlington, NE22 7DS.