Lecturer – Counselling

Job Summary

12 Months Fixed term Contract (Maternity Cover). All relevant skills, qualifications and experience are listed below.

• Teach on Level 4 Adult part time day (Tuesdays and/or Thursdays), including teaching across other Counselling programmes (Levels 2, 3, and Level 5 on Wednesdays).
• Provide teaching, marking and tutorial support for Counselling courses.
• Contribute to all aspects of the Section/School, including occasional out of hours activities (selection days, interviews, open events).

• Professional qualification to practice in Counselling or Psychotherapy (minimum L6 Diploma or Honours Degree).
• Member/accredited of BACP, UKCP or equivalent professional body (or willing to gain membership).
• At least 3 years’ post‑qualification experience.
• Teaching qualification (or willing to work towards) with experience teaching counselling at Level 3 or above.
• Supervision qualification or experience providing clinical supervision to groups or individuals.
• Ability to assess students’ work/skills, convey knowledge, support skill development, maintain boundaries, and foster warm and empathic relationships.
• Familiarity with national educational standards and BACP awarding/validating body requirements.

• Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required.

Generous annual leave of 40 days plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year and an additional 5 days Wellbeing leave. Pension scheme with significant employer contribution, subsidised sports facilities, professional development and training, salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. Benefits are pro‑rated for part‑time staff.

South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Closing date for applications: 30th June 2026. Interviews will be held on 8th July 2026.