Job Opportunity: Pastoral Counsellor – Liverpool
Location: Liverpool/Wirral
Employer: Teaching Personnel
Contract Type: Full-time
Salary: £120 - £150 per day, dependent on experience
Are you passionate about supporting students' emotional wellbeing and personal development?
Teaching Personnel is seeking a dedicated Pastoral Counsellor to join a school in the heart of Liverpool. In this vital role, you will work closely with students, staff, and families to provide emotional support, helping students overcome personal challenges and thrive both academically and personally.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one counselling sessions to students facing emotional, social, or behavioural difficulties.
- Develop and implement pastoral support plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Liaise with teachers, parents, and external agencies to ensure the wellbeing of students.
- Foster a positive and safe environment for students to express their concerns.
- Work collaboratively with the school’s safeguarding team to address welfare issues.
- Promote mental health awareness and wellbeing strategies within the school community.
What We’re Looking For:
- A compassionate, patient, and empathetic individual.
- Qualified in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
- Experience working with young people, preferably within an educational setting.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policies.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage sensitive situations with care and confidentiality.
Requirements:
- Enhanced DBS check and on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)
- A relevant degree is desirable but not essential.
Why Join Us?
- The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- The chance to be part of a school community committed to student welfare and success.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference and supporting young people through their educational journey, we’d love to hear from you!
Please submit a copy of your up to date CV with all relevant experience or alternatively please contact our Liverpool branch on 0151 271 0225 or email charlie.flavell@teachingpersonnel.com.
Don’t miss out! Early applications are encouraged as roles are being filled quickly.
Join us at Teaching Personnel and register today: https://register.teachingpersonnel.com/
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
