The Inclusion team at Aston Academy, part of Aston Community Education Trust, needs a counsellor and learning mentor for Key Stage 3 and 4 pupils struggling in mainstream school. Work centres on assessment, one-to-one and group intervention, and pastoral support for wellbeing, attendance and attainment. The post also covers a drop-in service and work with other trust academies. A diploma-level counselling qualification and BACP registration are required, and visa sponsorship is not available.
What the job involves
- Plan and deliver tailored one-to-one and small group support for KS3 and KS4 pupils with SEN, using the assess, plan, do, review model
- Deliver counselling sessions and keep confidential notes and accurate records
- Run a drop-in service for all students
- Liaise with parents to support young people and provide support to parents
- Liaise with school staff, including the Designated Safeguarding Lead, and external professionals to keep the service running
- Attend meetings and briefings and provide an evidence-based graduated response
- Inform relevant staff of student problems and recommend how they may be managed
- Promote a caring environment where concerns can be explored, supporting mental and emotional health
- Uphold good practice in line with BACP ethical guidelines
- Play an active role in safeguarding and follow academy policies
- Monitor trends and patterns of issues affecting children and adolescents
- Work collaboratively with other academies across the trust
Qualifications
- Diploma-level recognised professional counselling qualification or equivalent
Registration & licences
- BACP membership or registration with a professional body
Experience
- Experienced counsellor or practitioner working with young people
Skills & knowledge
- Adapting therapy and interventions to children's developmental needs
- Creative, playful approach suited to the child's developmental age
- Using YP Core and SDQ assessment tools
- Strong communication with pupils and staff
- Organisation, prioritising workload and maintaining accurate records
- Working effectively with colleagues within the academy and external agencies
Checks & eligibility
- Not barred from working with children
- DBS check at the appropriate level
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
