Tutor, Therapeutic Counselling in Schools Level 4, London
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Tutor, Therapeutic Counselling in Schools Level 4, London
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is looking for a Level 4 Diploma Tutor. In this hybrid role, you will play a vital part in shaping the next generation of counselling professionals supporting children and young people. You’ll plan, deliver and evaluate our innovative CPCAB‑accredited Diploma, provide high‑quality teaching both in person and online, and help create an inclusive, reflective and supportive learning environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone committed to therapeutic education, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, and ensuring trainees receive an outstanding learning experience. On‑site teaching takes place in London.
- Location: London and South
- Salary: £21,945 p.a FTE £36,575
- Type: Permanent, 21 hours/week (Mon, Thu, Fri)
- Closing Date: 12 May 2026
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, prepare and deliver the Level 4 Diploma curriculum in person and online
- Facilitate lectures, seminars, skills groups and 1:1 tutorials
- Evaluate and assess students through vivas, formative and summative assessments
- Provide clear, constructive written and verbal feedback
- Support the interviewing and selection process for new students
- Maintain high safeguarding, wellbeing and health & safety standards
- Contribute to curriculum development and quality assurance processes
- Attend team meetings, supervisions, standardisation workshops and moderation activities
- Promote EDI, anti‑oppressive practice and safe group dynamics in all teaching
- Stay current with research, theory and developments in counselling children and young people
Key Skills & Experience
- Qualified counsellor/psychotherapist (Level 4+, ideally Postgraduate/Masters)
- Minimum two years’ experience working therapeutically with children in a school setting
- Registered/accredited with BACP, UKCP or HCPC
- Experience teaching or training counsellors/therapists
- Strong understanding of theory, child development and integrative practice
- Confident assessing academic and skills‑based work
- Commitment to EDI and working within difference and diversity
- Excellent communication, organisation and relationship‑building skills
- Competent with Microsoft Office and online learning platforms (e.g., Teams)
About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
Together we can change children’s lives. At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we believe every child should have easy access to mental health support whenever they need it. We create a safe place in schools where children and young people can open up without pressure or stigma, allowing our highly skilled and diverse counsellors to reach children, young people and their families who need us. For a career with purpose, this is your place.
Recruitment Process
As part of your application you will need to answer some shortlisting questions. Please answer these as fully as you can, we recommend using the STAR model (Situation, Task, Action, Result). Closing date for applications: Midnight on 12/05/2026. 1st Interview date: 21/05/2026.
Our Benefits
- Annual Leave that increases with service
- Comprehensive learning and development
- 5% contributory pension scheme
- Life assurance of four times your annual salary
- Comprehensive employee assistance programme
- Mobile Phone Discounts (EE network)
- Wellbeing days
- Christmas holidays closure period
We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. For adjustments, contact the recruitment team on [contact hidden] or email [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].