Community Counsellor

Community Counsellor

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council is seeking a dedicated and innovative qualified Counsellor to work with children and young people (CYP) up to age 25 who may be at risk of disengaging from education, work or training.

Location of post:

Various schools and community-based locations across the authority.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide confidential counselling to individuals and groups of CYP, working systemically with schools, parents and other agencies.
• Deliver group work, run workshops, and provide training when required.
• Maintain a daily routine that includes one-on-one counselling sessions, outreach to young people and parents, professional conversations with school staff, and liaison with external organisations.
• Collaborate with the Inclusion Service and participate in multi-disciplinary consultations with schools.
• Enhance the skills of school-based staff through training and consultation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Professional Diploma in Counselling and accredited/registered with the BACP, UKCP or equivalent.
• Experience working with children and young people.
• Understanding of the education system and barriers leading to disengagement.
• Experience liaising with other agencies.
• Sound knowledge of referral systems for health and education within Neath Port Talbot and neighbouring authorities.
• Experience of lone working in community settings.
• Knowledge of Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures.

Benefits

• Hybrid working and flexible working schemes.
• Employer pension contribution of 22.4%.
• Discounted gym membership with Celtic Leisure.
• Cycle to work scheme with up to 40% off bikes and equipment.
• Salary sacrifice scheme for purchasing a new car.
• Exclusive discounts at local and national retailers through the Smart Spend app.

Pay Range

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council provided pay range: £8,974.00 – £20,682.00 (actual pay based on skills and experience).

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Education

Industries

Government Administration

Additional Notes

• Welsh Language skills are desirable; applications may be submitted in Welsh.
• Guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with a disability and armed forces veterans.
• References to safety and safeguarding: This post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and the council ensures rigorous safer recruitment assessment.
• Contact for informal discussion: Rhian Miller, r.miller@npt.gov.uk.

Application Deadline

Apply before the position’s closure date. Expressions to contact are accepted in both English and Welsh.