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School Counsellor

Words First Ltd
London

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Job details

Full-time
£30,000 - £35,000 a year

Qualifications

Childcare
Working with children
Communication skills

Full job description

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Words First is a multidisciplinary team of Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Educational Psychologists, and Counsellors working across schools in London. We are looking for a Counsellor to join our growing team and support children and young people within education settings.

This role involves working directly in schools to support pupils with a range of emotional, behavioural, social, and mental health needs. You will work collaboratively with school staff, families, and the wider Words First multidisciplinary team to help create emotionally supportive and inclusive learning environments.

About the Role

You will provide therapeutic support to children and young people experiencing challenges such as emotional regulation difficulties, low self-esteem, trauma, friendship difficulties, school avoidance, and neurodivergent-related mental health needs.

The role combines direct therapeutic work with consultation and collaboration alongside school staff and families.

Responsibilities

Deliver counselling and therapeutic support within school settings
Support children and young people with emotional wellbeing and mental health needs
Work collaboratively with SENCOs, pastoral teams, families, and multidisciplinary professionals
Maintain accurate and professional clinical records
Contribute to safeguarding and wellbeing planning where appropriate
Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and school staff
Participate in supervision, CPD, and team meetings

Essential Criteria

Recognised counselling qualification
Registration with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)
Experience working with children and young people
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong understanding of child and adolescent mental health
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Commitment to inclusive, child-centred, and neurodivergent-affirming practice

Desirable

Experience working within schools or educational settings
Experience supporting neurodivergent children and young people
Understanding of trauma-informed approaches
Experience working collaboratively with families and external professionals

What We Offer

A warm, supportive, and collaborative team culture
Opportunities for ongoing CPD and professional development
Regular supervision and reflective practice
Structured onboarding and induction
Opportunities to work alongside highly specialist therapists and psychologists
The chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people every day

At Words First, children are at the centre of everything we do. We value collaboration, clinical excellence, and creating supportive environments where both young people and staff can thrive.

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