In this role, you will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop individualized care plans, deliver outcome-focused brief interventions and short-term counselling (up to 8 sessions), and conduct risk assessments. You will also play a key role in liaising with the Lead Nurse, Winchester Youth Counsellors, school staff, parents, and external specialists to ensure holistic care. Furthermore, you will contribute to the development of the school's mental health provision through data analysis, research, and the delivery of training to staff and pupils.

This is a permanent, part-time position for 18 hours per week, with core hours from September 2025 scheduled on Tuesdays (8:45 am - 9:30 am) and Wednesdays and Thursdays (2:00 pm - 6:00 pm).

The ideal candidate will be a BACP/UKCP accredited counsellor (or equivalent), hold a specialist diploma in child and young people counselling, and possess at least 5 years of post-qualifying experience, preferably within a school setting. A strong understanding of safeguarding principles and experience working with young people at risk are essential.

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HOW TO APPLY

Only applications completed on the school website will be accepted. Please attach a full CV with your application.

Please note that applications will be dealt with as they arrive. Winchester College reserves the right to appoint before the deadline passes.

Closing date for applications: 11.59pm Friday 30th May 2025.

Interviews are expected to be held w/c 9th June.

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Those wishing for an informal conversation about this role are invited to speak to Ali Harber, Deputy Head Pastoral and Designated Safeguarding Lead, aeh@wincoll.ac.uk.

If you have any questions about this vacancy or the recruitment process, please email recruitment@wincoll.ac.uk.