At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide one-to-one counselling to young people in schools and support their mental health needs.
- Company: Join Mindspace, a community-focused mental health charity making a real difference.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, paid supervision, pension scheme, and supportive team environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth and development in a respected charity.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on young people's lives and promote mental wellbeing.
- Qualifications: Recognised counselling diploma and experience with children and young people.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Mindspace is seeking motivated and experienced Young People’s Counsellors to join our established counselling service, delivering professional, supportive counselling within school settings across Perth City and Rural Perth & Kinross. This role involves supporting children and young people aged 10–18, with some work also supporting P6 and P7 pupils within the wider community.
About Mindspace
Mindspace is a community based mental health charity that supports and promotes mental wellbeing across the Perth & Kinross area. We are funded by NHS Tayside, Perth & Kinross Council, the Scottish Government, and donations. We provide accessible, high quality support through counselling, peer support, and our Recovery College. We are values driven, reflective in our practice, and committed to creating a supportive working environment for both service users and staff.
About the Role
- Deliver a professional one to one counselling service within school settings
- Provide counselling to children and young people presenting with a range of emotional and mental health needs
- Undertake assessments, plan and deliver therapeutic interventions, and review progress
- Maintain accurate and confidential case records, statistics, and school reporting documentation using Salesforce CRM
- Practice in accordance with BACP ethical frameworks, safeguarding, and child protection procedures
- Work closely with the Senior Counsellor to ensure consistent standards and service quality
- Liaise appropriately with school staff, admin colleagues, and partner organisations
- Attend wellbeing meetings and engage fully in supervision and reflective practice
- Contribute to service development and ongoing improvement
Person Specification
Essential:
- A recognised counselling diploma
- Specialist training in counselling children and young people
- Current membership of BACP or COSCA
- Experience providing therapeutic counselling to children and young people
- Ability to work within a recognised theoretical framework
- Strong understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and child protection in youth or school settings
- Good organisational skills and ability to manage a counselling caseload
- Willingness to travel between schools as required
Desirable:
- Experience of working within school environments
- Experience liaising with partner agencies or multidisciplinary teams
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Paid supervision – 1.5 hours per month
- Company Pension & Cycle to Work scheme
- A supportive and experienced senior team
- A role within a respected local charity where your skills and judgement are valued
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people’s mental wellbeing
Young People’s Counsellor in Perth employer: Mindspace
Mindspace is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and values-driven work culture that prioritises the mental wellbeing of both staff and service users. As a Young People’s Counsellor, you will benefit from competitive salaries, paid supervision, and a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued, all while making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people across Perth City and Rural Perth & Kinross.
