Our client has a great opportunity for a Lecturer in Counselling (Variable hours) join their team.

About Us:

Our client plays a vital role in Wiltshire’s economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Their four main campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and they aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust and commercially agile provider, achieving their clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond. Their campuses deliver a diversity of facilities from the country estate and farm of their Lackham campus to new hi-tech digital and state-of-the-art facilities at their Trowbridge, Salisbury and Chippenham sites. They have invested £65 million in their estate over the past 10 years. Their turnover is £45 million per annum and growing, they employ some 650 staff, and support around 11,500 students.

Lecturer in Counselling – The Role:

Our client are proud to provide inclusive, high-quality further and higher education across Wiltshire. They promote lifelong learning, robust student support, and strong links with industry and community.

They are looking for an outstanding Lecturer in Counselling to join us on a variable-hours basis — someone who brings energy, professional expertise, and a passion for teaching adults and young people in the helping professions.

Lecturer in Counselling – Key Responsibilities:

Delivering engaging lectures in Counselling, tailored to meet the diverse needs of our students.

Providing academic support and guidance to students, fostering a supportive learning environment.

Developing and updating curriculum materials to ensure relevance and alignment with industry standards.

Contributing to the assessment and evaluation of student performance.

Actively participating in departmental meetings and collaborative initiatives.

Lecturer in Counselling – You:

A recognised teaching qualification is desirable but not essential.

Professional experience in counselling practice or a related field.

Up-to-date knowledge of counselling theories, methodologies, and ethical practices.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to inspire and motivate students.

Flexibility to work variable hours according to student and departmental needs.

As a Variable Hours Lecturer in Counselling, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of future counselling professionals and make a meaningful impact in our community.

Your expertise and passion for counselling education will be valued and supported within their dedicated team. Apply today and embark on a rewarding teaching career with us.

Lecturer in Counselling – Benefits

- Competitive salary

- 37 days pro rata annual leave for Academic Staff, plus bank holidays and additional closure days over the Christmas period

- Automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme

- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

- Discounts with a wide variety of retailers

- Free onsite car parking

Lecturer in Counselling - Application Process:

Our client follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children’s barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

They embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

To submit your application for this exciting Lecturer in Counselling opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now.

PLEASE NOTE:

Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, located at the bottom of this page as a downloadable document.

Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.