Creative Therapy / Counselling Manager

What we are looking for

Over 90% of the children and young people who access our Connect-Ed services have shown a marked improvement in their emotional wellbeing. Do you want to be a part of the amazing work we do? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Connect-Ed, one of the largest providers of therapy services to schools in London.

We are currently looking to recruit a Creative Therapy / Counsellor Manager to support the following services

in a college in Hillingdon (UB8), 1 day per week

Salary

• £36,095.20 based on working five days (35 hours) per week.
• This is a term-time role (the full time equivalent is £42,178.66).
• The salary will be paid pro rata in line with the number of days per week you are contracted to work.

You will have:

• A qualification in Counselling, Play Therapy or Creative Arts Therapy (We require at least a Level 5 qualification or above)
• 300 hours of experience post qualification
• Experience of working with children/young people
• A good understanding of educational settings Current membership of an appropriate professional body (BACP, BAPT, BADth, BAAT, BAMT etc.) Where applicable to your qualification/training, be HCPC registered or professionally accredited (or actively working towards accreditation).

What you get in return

We offer an excellent package including:

• Competitive salary. Generous employer pension contribution (up to 11%).
• Access to an employee assistance scheme.
• Regular line-management support.
• Continuing professional development opportunities.

How to apply

Please send your CV to

CLOSING DATE: 21st March 2025

INTERVIEW DATES: To be confirmed

Please be aware that due to the high volume of applications feedback will not be provided for candidates who are not shortlisted.

Further information

Connect-Ed is the deliver arm for the mental health services provided by the Catholic Children's Society (CCS). CCS is an inclusive employer and we aim to have a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we service. There is no requirement for our staff to be Catholic and we encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds. CCS is committed to safe recruitment and the post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Registered Charity No. 210920

For more information about our mental health services please visit our website.