At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students' emotional wellbeing and provide dedicated counselling services.
- Company: Join the Sir John Brunner Foundation, a community-focused Multi-Academy Trust.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, term-time only work, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Flexible hours available and excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a nurturing educational setting.
- Qualifications: Recognised counselling qualification and experience with children and young people.
The predicted salary is between 32199 - 36564 £ per year.
Salary: Band 5 (SP 15 - SP 19) £32,199 - £36,564 (FTE Salary) / £27,616 - £31,360 (Actual Salary) - Based on 37 hours per week, Term Time only.
Contract type: Permanent, Term Time only, Full time (37 hours) or Part Time considered.
Reporting to: Mental Health and Wellbeing Lead.
Start date: September 2026.
About Us
This is an exciting time to be joining the Sir John Brunner Foundation. Our Multi-Academy Trust educates more than 4300 children and young people and employs over 450 professionals. Each of our four good and outstanding academies operates at the heart of their local community. Our mission is to enhance students’ lives through the highest standards of education underpinned by our Trust values of Excellence, Belonging and Partnership.
The Multi-Academy Trust incorporates:
- The County High School, Leftwich.
- Middlewich High School.
- Sir John Deane’s Sixth Form College.
- Macclesfield Academy.
The Sir John Brunner Foundation has a proud legacy of educational excellence dating back to 1557. We remain firmly focused on children, providing a first-class experience that nurtures curiosity, confidence, and joy in learning. In working with our communities, we create an environment where every child feels valued, safe, and supported to reach their potential. The Foundation’s Head Office is based at the Sir John Deane’s College campus in Northwich.
About the Role
Reporting to the Mental Health and Wellbeing Lead you will work as part of our Achievement & Support department to promote the emotional wellbeing of students. The hours available are full time but part-time can be considered. Working pattern (for full time, 37 hours per week) is: Monday to Thursday 8.30am - 4.30pm, Friday 8.30am - 4pm.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Applicants do not necessarily need to have experience of working in education but should be passionate about the sector. You will join a team of experienced counselling professionals who provide a dedicated counselling service to students. The counselling team work closely with all our pastoral support departments and the safeguarding team. The successful candidate must have a recognised qualification in counselling and experience of working with children and young people. They must have a warm and compassionate approach with the ability to quickly build rapport with students. This role follows a college academic calendar and requires onsite attendance from the start of the academic year on GCSE Results Day (third Thursday in August), ending in mid‑July.
Application Timings
Closing Date: Tuesday 1st September, 9am.
Interview Date: Friday 11th September.
Equal Opportunity / Safeguarding
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant must have enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. The school is an equal opportunities employer.
College Counsellor in Northwich employer: Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College
The Sir John Brunner Foundation is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its staff. With a strong focus on professional development and community engagement, employees are encouraged to grow within their roles while contributing to the educational success of over 4,300 students. Located in Northwich, the Foundation offers a unique opportunity to be part of a legacy of educational excellence, where every team member plays a vital role in nurturing the wellbeing and potential of young learners.
Contact Details:
Sir John Deane's Sixth Form College Recruitment Team
