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A prominent healthcare provider in Manchester is looking for a SARC Adult Counsellor to deliver trauma informed therapeutic counselling services to adult clients who have experienced sexual violence. The successful candidate will have experience in offering therapies related to PTSD, anxiety, and depression, and will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. This is a fixed-term part-time role, which offers a unique opportunity to be part of a crucial support service in the Greater Manchester area.

SARC Adult Counsellor Required: Manchester Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Band: Band 5 Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum (pro rata) Contract: Fixed term Duration: 24 months Working pattern: Part-time Reference number: 349-SMH- The post holder will provide trauma informed therapeutic counselling services to adult clients within the context of a non judgemental and confidential service and in accordance with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Ethical Framework. The post holder will contribute to the development; evaluation and quality standards of the SARC counselling service. The post holder may be required to deliver training across Greater Manchester. The post holder will undertake specific administration duties related to the counselling services including contracting; user feedback and activity data. The post holder will prioritise, assess, plan, evaluate and deliver all relevant aspects of care to an agreed and expected high standard. The post holder will work closely with the multi-disciplinary team and contribute to the clinical governance process and multi-disciplinary team meetings. Main duties of the job As the busiest SARC in the UK, we provide an integrated service of forensic medical and therapeutic medical assessment, support and therapy services to adults and children of any gender and of any age. Our aftercare service delivers specialist sexual violence support, ISVA and therapeutic services throughout Greater Manchester. An exciting and significant opportunity has arisen for SARC to recruit a counsellor to deliver trauma focused therapy to adult clients who have experienced sexual violence. Highly motivated and resourceful you will have experience of working with clients who have experienced sexual violence and a sound knowledge of offering therapy to clients with post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety and depression, gained ideally in a multidisciplinary or healthcare environment. You will be familiar with managing your own caseload, ensuring you maintain a client centred, trauma informed ethos in a pressurised multidisciplinary service. You will be comfortable working independently including delivering interventions face to face and via the phone and video based platforms and willing to collaborate with your colleagues as you support one-another to deliver a high quality service. The posts will be offered on a fixed term basis initially for two years

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust Band: Band 6 Salary: £44,485 to £52,521 a year per annum inc HCAS (pro rata if P/T) Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full-time Reference number: 333-J-BR-0806-A We are looking for an experienced an Accredited Counsellor, Psychotherapist to join our team at Brent Talking Therapies. We are a large, well established service based in a diverse borough of London. Our service provides low and high intensity therapies at Step 2 and Step 3, alongside our Step 3 counselling service. We are passionate about the work we do and care provided to service users, and work by the trust values of compassion, respect, empowerment and partnership. You will join a team of Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWP), CBT Therapists and Counsellors, with experienced supervisors and colleagues. Candidates should be competent in providing brief focused counselling using an evidence-based approach e.g. focal psychodynamic, client centred, solution focused, humanistic. Ability to deliver therapy in local languages is desirable. We welcome applicants who: Are passionate about the benefits of short term focused therapy Have worked in the past two years with adults with common mental health problems in a primary care/IAPT or NHS setting Have extensive experience of assessments & enjoy working independently Enjoy working within a fast paced & busy setting with diverse populations Want to develop clinical skills & access further training The advertised post is full time however, we welcome part time applicants and also support flexible working patterns as long as core service commitments are covered. Main duties of the job NHS Talking Therapies services require all counsellors/psychotherapists to be registrants on the Accredited Register of Counsellors with the Professional Standards Authority. To be shortlisted, recruiters search the PSA Accredited Register for Counsellors of your professional organisation's register (BACP, BPC, COSCA, NCS, UK AHPP, UKCP).Please ensure you provide the correct Registration Number in your application for us to confirm you are an Accredited Counsellor or Psychotherapist with your registering association. This is within London borough of Brent. The main hub is at Fairfields House in Kingsbury and a satellite hub at Bell House in Willesden Green. You will be required to work across both hubs and in other parts of the borough, e.g. GP surgeries/community settings. We operate an agile working policy. Staff combine remote working and being on-site to deliver face to face appointments and other service commitments that require a hub based presence. The post holder may be required to work at any times between 8am and 8pm on weekdays including an evening clinic as required by the service.

Thames Hospice Part Time, Permanent We are an independent hospice located at Bray Lake in Maidenhead, offering stunning lakeside views alongside state-of-the-art facilities. We are proud to hold a CQC rating of Outstanding and are committed to delivering exceptional care that enhances quality of life, right through to the end of life. We are seeking a Counsellor to join our Counselling and Support Services Team. In this role, you will provide specialist counselling to patients and families. You will support individuals in adjusting to changes in their health, promote emotional wellbeing, quality of life, and resilience. You will also provide bereavement counselling, helping clients process their grief and adapt to life after the loss of a loved one. About you You will have: Experience of working with people with life limiting illness, including pre bereavement support for patients and their loved ones Experience of supporting individuals experiencing bereavement Experience of working with groups and/or families Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and databases Excellent communication skills, with the ability to adapt your style to different audiences The ability to build respectful, supportive and effective working relationships with colleagues and managers Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to quickly build rapport and establish professional relationships based on trust and understanding Appointment to this role is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for work with adults and children. What we offer We offer a wide range of employee benefits, including generous annual leave, travel expenses, access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), access to the NHS Pension Scheme (if eligible) and the Blue Light Discount Card scheme.

A local independent hospice in Maidenhead is seeking a Counsellor to join their Counselling and Support Services Team. The role involves providing specialist counselling to patients and families, promoting emotional wellbeing, and offering bereavement support. The ideal candidate will have experience with life-limiting illnesses and strong communication skills. This position also includes a range of employee benefits such as generous annual leave and access to the NHS Pension Scheme.

A reputable educational institution in the East Midlands is seeking a dedicated Counsellor/Mental Health Worker to provide therapeutic support to students in a part-time, fixed-term role until 30th June 2026. The ideal candidate will have a recognised counselling qualification at the Diploma level or above, along with strong communication and organisational skills. Responsibilities include delivering support through various methods to enhance student wellbeing. This position offers a salary range of £16,519 - £17,705 per annum.

Salary: £16,519 - £17,705 per annum Basis: Part time Package: Fixed Term (30 June 2026) Term Time Only 38 weeks per year Local Government Pension Scheme Discounted shopping Wellbeing services On site nurseries Cycle2work scheme Excellent training and development opportunities Job reference: REQ002524 Leicester College is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Counsellor/Mental Health Worker to join our Wellbeing team on a part time, fixed term basis until 30th June 2026. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide therapeutic support to students within a Further Education setting. Qualifications An experienced practitioner with a recognised counselling qualification at Diploma level or above. Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths or the equivalent e.g. GCSE grade C or above, GCSE grade 4 or above. Confident in managing a varied caseload, working both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary wellbeing team. Strong communication, organisational, and time management skills are essential. The successful candidate will hold current membership with a recognised professional body (e.g. BACP, UKCP) and demonstrate clear adherence to relevant ethical and professional standards. Responsibilities The role involves delivering counselling support across Leicester College campuses using a blended approach, including face to face, telephone, and online sessions. If you are passionate about supporting young people and adults in an educational setting and want to make a meaningful contribution to student wellbeing, we would welcome your application. Interview date: 19 March 2026

A prominent NHS foundation in Greater London is seeking an Accredited Counsellor or Psychotherapist to work in Brent Talking Therapies. This full-time role offers flexibility and involves working with a diverse range of patients in various settings, including GP surgeries and community clinics. Ideal candidates will be registered on the Accredited Register and have experience in mental health services. There is potential for part-time work and development of clinical skills within an agile working environment.