Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Counselling 0.6 FTE

Salary: £46,471 to £60,752 per annum inclusive of London Weighting

Location: Stratford Campus

Post Type: Permanent

Hours per Week: 21.6

Closing Date: Sunday 08 February 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 26 February 2026

Reference: 0076-26-A

The University of East London (UEL) founded in 1898, has a long history of widening participation and transforming lives through education. Guided by Vision 2028, UEL is committed to delivering careers-first, Industry 5.0 education that equips graduates with the skills, knowledge, and adaptability for the future world of work. We are diverse, inclusive, and sustainability-minded, and strive to create opportunities for talent wherever it is found.

We are seeking a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Counselling to contribute to teaching, research, clinical supervision, and academic leadership across our undergraduate and postgraduate counselling provision. The post holder will contribute to the academic, professional, research, and administrative activities of the Counselling Cluster within the Department of Social Work, Counselling and Social Care, and, where appropriate, across the wider School. The role includes module leadership, teaching across a range of counselling-related subjects, assessment and feedback, supervision of student research projects, and participation in admissions, recruitment, and academic administration. Teaching will be delivered primarily face-to-face at our Stratford Campus, with some online delivery as required. The role also involves providing high-quality clinical supervision and supporting students to integrate theory, research, and professional practice in line with BACP and other relevant professional standards. The post holder will be expected to engage in scholarly activity and contribute to the continued development and growth of the counselling portfolio, as well as to the wider research culture of the Department and School.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to teaching, supervision, and academic leadership across undergraduate and postgraduate counselling provision.
• Lead modules, teach a range of counselling-related subjects, assess and provide feedback.
• Supervise student research projects and participate in admissions, recruitment, and academic administration.
• Deliver predominantly face-to-face teaching at Stratford Campus with online delivery as required.
• Provide high-quality clinical supervision and support students in applying theory to professional practice in line with professional standards.
• Engage in scholarly activity and contribute to the development of the counselling portfolio and the wider research culture of the Department and School.

About You / Qualifications:

• BACP-accredited postgraduate qualification in Counselling and Psychotherapy and/or Counselling and Coaching, qualified to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Registered with a relevant professional body (preferably BACP), ideally accredited or eligible for accreditation.
• Significant counselling practice experience with teaching/training in higher education or comparable professional context.
• Experience in clinical supervision, research supervision, module leadership, and curriculum development is desirable.
• Strong commitment to scholarly activity and professional development; excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills; commitment to inclusive, ethical, reflective practice.
• Willingness to support diverse student cohorts and to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and Saturdays.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary DOE (as stated).
• 20% pension (4% from you, 16% from us).
• 25 days holiday (plus 3 days over Christmas) plus bank holidays.
• Hybrid working for most positions; flexible working arrangements considered.
• Subsidised gym membership; life assurance; healthcare cashback; discounts on Apple and Samsung products, holidays, clothing, fitness, dining out, and weekly shopping.

Equal Opportunities:

UEL is an inclusive, equal opportunities employer and is proud of its achievements in Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, including a zero gender pay gap, Athena Swan awards, and Stonewall membership. We expect all staff to uphold our EDI and Health & Safety policies and contribute positively to our inclusive culture. We are a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Reasonable adjustments will be provided throughout the recruitment process where required.

To contact the recruitment team please phone +44 20 8223 3000 x 4600 or e-mail jobs@uel.ac.uk. CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted. At UEL we are committed to building a community which values diversity in both staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive.