Part Time School Counsellor

The role

A counselling service across the whole school, term time only, providing small group counselling sessions and 1:1 work.   Also to provide a series of sessions on emotional intelligence to small groups of pupils in support of the PSHE programme.

There is also the opportunity to contribute to a thriving boarding environment.

About You

You're an appropriately qualified and experienced counsellor, with an understanding of the developmental, emotional, social and educational issues of children and young people.  It would be an advantage if you have experience or knowledge of working in a school environment.  You will have a commitment to best practice in pastoral support and student welfare as well as having personal warmth and high levels of personal and professional integrity. 

Hampshire Collegiate School (HCS) is a warm and welcoming independent day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 2–18.  At HCS we place a strong focus on academic ambition and produce resilient, creative and independent learners who are flexible and proactive, who can solve problems, make decisions, think critically and communicate ideas effectively.  The extensive grounds provide a calm and beautiful space in which to work and enables pupils to learn, play, compete and achieve. 

We are an equal opportunities employer and committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and interviews include questions about safeguarding children.  All appointments are subject to child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and enhanced DBS clearance.

For further information, please contact the Headmaster’s Executive Assistant on 01794 512206 or email recruitment.enquiries@hampshirecs.org.uk