School Counsellor

We are looking to appoint a part‑time BACP or UKCP registered School Counsellor to support the provision of a high‑quality counselling service to students aged 4‑18. Working with a full‑time Lead Counsellor and our pastoral teams to ensure the well‑being of our students, you will provide support, guidance and advice to members of staff, parents and carers,

As a qualified Counsellor, you will have a proven ability to communicate effectively with adults, children and young people and share the College’s commitment to safeguarding pupils. An understanding of child adolescent development and youth mental health interventions are essential.

Candidates must have a willingness to play a full part in the extra‑curricular life of the College and be in sympathy with its Catholic ethos. In return we offer an attractive salary and benefits package including a fee remission for the children of staff educated at the college, free lunches, car parking, use of the Fitness Suite, support with continuing professional and access to an online employee benefits hub including discounted gift cards, cycle to work and tech schemes.

St Columba’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the role, including reference checks with past employers, online background checks, and the Disclosure & Barring Service.

If you wish to discuss the vacancy further, please contact Jackie Metcalfe, Head of HR at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or call on  To apply for this position, click on the Apply Now link above.

Closing date: 10 am on Monday, 9th March 2026. Interviews will be conducted shortly afterwards. Early applications are encouraged as the College reserves the right to call suitable candidates to interview and to appoint prior to the closing date.

St Columba’s College is a Catholic Foundation of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart (US Province)