About this role
Job summary
A new exciting position has arisen for a counsellor at Potterspury Lodge school Northamptonshire. Potterspury Lodge school is an Independent Specialist school set in 22 acres of countryside which caters for children from the ages of 8-18 with autism and complex needs.
Main duties of the job
There is an established Clinical team on site, including Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy and Thrive practitioners.. We offer the opportunity for professional development, multidisciplinary and multi-agency working as well as to be part of an innovative service that values each individual YP. The main purpose of the role: As a Counsellor, you'll play a key role in shaping the futures of children and young people by using evidence-based approaches to support the emotional, cognitive, and behavioural development of the children and YP at Potterspury Lodge School
About us
Your work will directly contribute to preparing them for adulthood and independent living, empowering them to lead fulfilling lives. You will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team (MDT) supporting young people directly through interventions, to build on their independence and resilience.
Job description
Job responsibilities
There is an established Clinical team on site, including Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy and Thrive practitioners.. We offer the opportunity for professional development, multidisciplinary and multi-agency working as well as to be part of an innovative service that values each individual YP. The main purpose of the role: As a Counsellor, you'll play a key role in shaping the futures of children and young people by using evidence-based approaches to support the emotional, cognitive, and behavioural development of the children and YP at Potterspury Lodge School. . Your work will directly contribute to preparing them for adulthood and independent living, empowering them to lead fulfilling lives. You will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team (MDT) supporting young people directly through interventions, to build on their independence and resilience.
A minimum Level 4 Diploma in Counselling is required, along with accreditation from the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) or another relevant professional body. An Enhanced DBS Check is also required; please refer to the job description for full details.
Hours- 24 per week 3 days per week.
Salary- £45,600 pro-rata
Person Specification
General Requirements
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
The Cambian Group
Address
Towcester
NN12 7LL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cambiangroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)