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School Counsellor - Primary and/or Secondary (Sub-contractor) - job post

Clarkson People Consulting
North Lanarkshire
£180 a day - Part-time, Freelance
Responded to 75% or more applications in the past 30 days, typically within 1 day.

Job details

Pay

  • £180 a day

Job type

  • Freelance
  • Part-time

Location

North Lanarkshire

Full job description

Sub-Contractor School Counsellor (Self-Employed)

North and South Lanarkshire | Part-time (term-time only, hours set by school) | Self-employed / Sub-contractor
Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience and location)

About TeenTalkScotland

At TeenTalkScotland, we provide mental health and wellbeing support to children and young people across the UK, helping them to feel seen, heard, and supported. Our team of qualified counsellors works directly with schools to create safe spaces for students to talk openly about their feelings, build resilience, and navigate life’s challenges. We're passionate about making therapeutic support more accessible to young people—right where they need it most.

What you’ll be doing

  • Deliver one-to-one counselling sessions to pupils within a school environment (primary and/or secondary)
  • Work collaboratively with pastoral and safeguarding staff to ensure student wellbeing
  • Maintain clear and accurate clinical records in line with confidentiality and safeguarding procedures
  • Support the development of a safe, inclusive, and emotionally supportive school environment
  • Identify when further support or referral is required and follow appropriate escalation procedures

What we’re looking for

  • A qualified counsellor with a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling (or equivalent)
  • Registration with BACP, UKCP, NCS or equivalent (or working towards accreditation)
  • Experience working with children or young people, ideally in a school or youth setting
  • Strong understanding of child protection and safeguarding procedures
  • Ability to work independently and professionally within school environments
  • Membership of the PVG Scheme (or willingness to join before commencing work)
  • Access to your own transport to travel to and from school sites across Central Scotland

Why work with us

  • Part-time hours, set by the needs and timetable of the school
  • Term-time only role – no evening or holiday work
  • Competitive hourly rates
  • Supportive and values-led team
  • Opportunities to work across a range of school environments
  • Ongoing CPD and safeguarding training

Interested?

We'd love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a brief cover note outlining your availability and relevant experience to hello@eatyoursprout.co.uk

If you have any questions before applying, feel free to get in touch.

Job Types: Part-time, Freelance

Pay: £180.00 per day

Licence/Certification:

  • BACP membership (preferred)
  • PVG (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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