Counselling Lecturer

Counselling Lecturer (Level 4)

Location: Further Education College
Hours: 2 Days per Week (Thursday & Friday)
Contract: Part-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Working Hours: Daytime Teaching Hours

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Counselling Lecturer to join a thriving Further Education College on a part-time basis. The successful candidate will deliver engaging and high-quality teaching to Level 4 Counselling learners , supporting students to develop both theoretical understanding and practical counselling skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified counselling professional who is passionate about education and student success.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Level 4 Counselling curriculum in line with awarding body requirements.
• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons and learning materials.
• Assess student work and provide constructive feedback.
• Track learner progress and maintain accurate records.
• Support learners to achieve positive academic outcomes.
• Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Attend relevant team meetings and standardisation activities where required.

Essential Requirements

• Relevant counselling qualification at Level 4 or above.
• Teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS, DET or equivalent) or willingness to work towards one.
• Previous experience delivering counselling or related subjects.
• Strong understanding of counselling theories, ethics and professional practice.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Desirable

• Assessing/Internal Quality Assurance qualifications.
• Membership of a recognised professional counselling body (e.g. BACP, NCPS).