Counsellor - schools

Shire Healthcare are working with a reputable and leading provider of specialist care and education recruiting for a Counsellor to be based in South Cumbria. About the employer: This employer is an independent leading provider of specialist care and education. They work with children and young people in either an educational and/or residential setting who present a complexity of needs including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions, autism, ADHD, and special educational needs. Role snapshot: The candidate appointed be joining an MDT who work with pupils and residents (5-19 yrs old). This role will be based across specialist schools, children’s homes and integrated provisions. This specific role is based within a school who are Ofsted rated as Good provider. The post holder will be working across care and educational settings helping to develop trauma informed practice. Contract type – permanent (52 week working) Hours – full time only Term time salary - £43,500 - £52,500 FTE Experience required: Candidates applying will have HCPC registration or BACP accreditation along with experience working with young people who present with neurodevelopmental needs such as Autism, SEMH, ADHD and learning disabilities. Those who are working towards accreditation will be considered. Why Shire Healthcare? As an experienced permanent recruiter to services across the nation, we understand the complex nature of Psychological Therapies and can draw on years of experience to ensure you are offered a bespoke service and any offer of employment is representative of your skills and experience. In addition, you will be working with Lena Antoniou, a healthcare recruitment consultant with 20 years of experience, 14 years of which recruiting solely within Psychological Therapies and therefore offering specialist knowledge and a passion for this industry. Lena can offer support and advice with CV writing, bespoke interview preparation and tips along with sound knowledge of the employer, the role, and their ethos. If you are interested in this role and wish to find out more then please apply today. Not for you? Refer those that meet the criteria, and you will receive a referral bonus, as our way of saying thank you. REF: 3505341 INDPSY Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £43,500.00-£52,500.00 per year Benefits:

• Company pension
• Flexitime
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Store discount
• UK visa sponsorship

Work Location: In person