Counsellor

Bobby Moore is now looking for a Counsellor. This role could be your next career opportunity. If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

• This will be a permanent role- 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
• To provide a holistic counselling service for students, ensuring that students are provided with therapeutic and emotional support.
• To provide a high-quality counselling service to students experiencing a wide range of emotional problems.
• To provide support, guidance and advice to parents, carers and the academy.
• To observe confidentiality (within safeguarding and age appropriate boundaries) and to support the academy in providing excellent teaching and learning for all students.
• To contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of children and young people.
• To be responsible for the confidential counselling services for students as needed.
• Undertake one-to-one sessions with students.
• To be responsible for advice and support to staff in relation to their work with vulnerable students, giving the correct advice.
• To promote progress and well being of students and identify and celebrate student attainment and achievement.
• To be responsible for maintaining appropriate and confidential records.
• To have a thorough knowledge of the Mental Health provision locally and nationally and be able to sign post appropriate outside agencies to those in need.
• To establish and maintain positive relationships with referral support services.
• To continually review and evaluate the service.
• To report incidents that are seen or reported regarding students’ immediate safety and welfare.

Salary & Benefits

• NJC 12 Inner London FTE £33,291 per annum, £29,242.09 pro rata
• Access to Local Government Scheme
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform
• Discounts on car leasing, holiday discounts, cinema tickets, and restaurant booking discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

• Education to degree, other relevant professional qualifications
• Evidence of ongoing professional experience and development
• Counselling qualification
• To be able to keep calm, listen and act appropriately and professionally
• Commitment to delivering high-quality counselling and support, being both proactive and reactive to issues and situations
• To demonstrate knowledge and experience of providing high quality counselling and guidance
• Experience working with and supporting young people, colleagues and families
• Have a strong understanding of the range of issues that could be faced at ages 11-18 years old
• Ability to work with range of teams and individuals within an Academy setting and external agencies
• Ability to maintain accurate records of written and communication verbally given

For a full insight of what we are looking for, please view the job description/ person specification pack

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust's mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 36 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click "here".

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.