School Counsellor

Sherborne Girls is a full-boarding and day school for girls aged 11–18. It offers an empowering education that nurtures ambition, self‑belief, and a strong sense of individuality. The curriculum spans GCSEs, A Levels, and BTECs, complemented by wide‑ranging opportunities for personal growth, creativity, and co‑curriculum engagement.

Sherborne Girls is part of the Sherborne Schools Group (SSG), a dynamic family of schools offering an exceptional education for girls and boys aged 3–19, across both day and boarding provision. Formed in 2024 through the merger of Sherborne Girls and Sherborne Boys, the Group now comprises Sherborne Girls, Sherborne Boys, Sherborne Prep, Hanford Prep, Sherborne International, and several trading companies.

Together, these schools provide a rich and cohesive educational journey within the beautiful town of Sherborne and surrounding Dorset countryside.

Sherborne Schools Group is seeking a dynamic and creative School Counsellor who will provide confidential counselling services to pupils and staff at Sherborne Girls. While based primarily at Sherborne Girls, the postholder will support initiatives across the wider Sherborne Schools Group and may occasionally work at other Group sites.

We have an exciting opportunity for a part‑time School Counsellor to join the team from September 2026.

Senior Deputy Head via Lead Counsellor.

Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers, criminal record check and social media checks. All positions within the schools are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Sherborne Schools Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.