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)
