Counsellor/Psychotherapist

Hours: Monday-Friday 8.30am-3.30pm (Term-Time only, 39 weeks)

Salary: According to qualifications and experience (salary will be pro rated for term time only)

Starting: September 2023

Closing: 9am, Monday 5th June 2023

The successful candidate should have experience of working within children and young people and have a strong understanding of the social, emotional and mental health issues within this age group. Due to the nature of the role, they should have a flexible approach to delivering support.

The position will see you working as part of a multi-disciplinary team with your own caseload of our older students both on-site and at our local partnership colleges. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a direct impact on students’ lives.

All of our learners have EHCPs and as a school we are proud to promote the development of life skills and social development as equal to academic achievement. West Heath School work towards the end goal of helping students re-integrate into mainstream learning and preparation for adulthood.

For further information about the role please email the school HR Department.

Working at West Heath School involves close and unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups including children and as such is a regulated activity. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post (including an Enhanced DBS check)

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £38,666.00-£43,999.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sevenoaks: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Psychotherapy: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 04/06/2023
Expected start date: 01/09/2023