Counsellor (18 months Fixed Term) 30 hours per week
We are looking for a compassionate, motivated and organised counsellor or CBT therapist to join our Family Support Team on a fixed term basis, starting 1 April 2026.
About the Role
Working with other counsellors and as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide psychological therapies to patients with life-limiting illness and their adult family members and will be involved in facilitating bereavement support groups.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group counselling sessions, both in person and remotely by telephone or NHS Nearme.
- Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary team members, colleagues, and volunteers.
- Facilitate bereavement support groups for patients and families.
Qualifications & Eligibility
- Registered, qualified and experienced counsellor or CBT therapist.
- Accredited by BACP or BABCP or eligible for accreditation.
- Excellent communication skills with demonstrated self awareness, maturity and sensitivity.
Other Information
- Salary: £46,154 starting 'Step 1' salary on appointment, rising to 'Step 2' £50,702 following a 12-month satisfactory performance review (pro rata per annum based on 37.5 hours per week). + Pension + Benefits.
- Grade: Hospice Band 6.
- Hours: 30 per week (part time or job share will be considered).
- Contract type: Fixed term (18 months), starting 1 April 2026.
- Closing date: 27 Feb 2026.
- Disclosure Scotland Criminal Records Check required at a PVG scheme record level; an application will be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before commencing.
How to Apply
For an application form and job description, visit our website at or email .
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Craig Hutchison on .