At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children and young people’s mental health through counselling and therapeutic interventions.
- Company: Join Ormiston Families in the YOUnited partnership, dedicated to making a difference.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of £30,000, flexible working, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Work from home with travel across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a lasting impact on the lives of children aged 5-13 while developing your counselling skills.
- Qualifications: Qualified counsellor with BACP registration and experience with children and young people.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 30000 £ per year.
This is a great opportunity for qualified counsellors to make a valuable and lasting difference to the lives of children and young people aged 5-13.
Salary: £30,000 per annum. This is a full-time (35 hours per week) permanent post. You will be working for Ormiston Families, within the YOUnited partnership (Ormiston Families, Centre 33 and Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Foundation Trust). YOUnited provides a single point of access for all referrals for CYP in need of support with their mental health across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
Ormiston Families work with CYP aged 5-13 with mild to moderate mental health and emotional wellbeing needs. We have implemented a ‘Single Sessions Thinking’ (SST) approach which has proved to be very successful (Training will be provided). The role is therefore to provide ‘First Appointments’ using SST, as well as short-term therapeutic interventions. Counselling interventions will be a blend of face to face and online counselling sessions. You will join a supportive team where clinical supervision is provided. We are also very keen to develop our service as a provider of high-quality trainee counsellor placements.
Successful candidates will:
- Be a qualified counsellor and BACP registered or equivalent.
- Have a good understanding of the needs of children, young people and their families aged 5-13.
- Have post-qualification experience working with this age group.
- Have a good understanding of safeguarding and a commitment to keeping CYP safe.
Location: Successful candidates will work from home, with most counselling sessions undertaken in schools. An ability to travel daily across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough is therefore essential. The main office is in March, Cambridgeshire.
Closing date for all applications 9am, Friday 28th August 2026. Interviews to be held on September 9th. Venue – March, Cambridgeshire.
Safeguarding and DBS requirements for your role: Ormiston Families is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. We are an equal opportunities employer; we value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Counsellor – YOUnited’s Children & Young People’s Mental Health Service in March employer: Ormiston
Ormiston Families is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff. With a strong commitment to safeguarding and service improvement, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. Working in the vibrant areas of Peterborough and Cambridgeshire, team members have access to meaningful opportunities for growth while making a positive impact on children's lives through therapeutic services.
