Child and Young People's Mental Health Specialist

1 month ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Place2be Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a fully qualified Counsellor, Therapist or Clinical Psychologist to join our team as a Counsellor on Placement. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience working with children and young people in a therapeutic capacity.

The ideal candidate will have a Diploma in Counselling (Level 4 or above), or be studying towards one of these professions at the following levels:

  • Diploma in Counselling (Level 4 or above). If you are in your first year you will have completed a full academic year Certificate Course in Counselling or the equivalent of 9 - 12 months.
  • Degree, MSc or MA in Counselling, Counselling Psychology or Psychotherapy - if you are in your first year you will have relevant experience of direct work with children.
About the Opportunity

This placement offers a unique chance to work in partnership with schools nationwide, providing emotional and therapeutic support to children and young people aged 4-18. As a Counsellor on Placement, you will be part of a supportive team that provides regular supervision, tailored training workshops, and a well-recognised clinical placement.

Key benefits include:

  • A minimum of one day per week to work in a therapeutic capacity with up to 3 children offering one-to-one counselling.
  • Placements are term time only and run for one academic year.
  • Opportunity to attend up to six optional workshops throughout the year which are recognised as continuing professional development time.
  • Sessions spent with children are accepted as clinical hours towards professional accreditation, and are recognised by the BACP and UKCP.
  • A placement is an excellent stepping stone into a job opportunity and career with Place2Be, over 2⁄3 of our clinical staff were once Counsellors on Placement.
About Us

Place2Be is the leading children's mental health charity providing in-school support and expert professional development to improve the emotional wellbeing of children and young people, families, teachers and school staff. Our teams provide a range of services in our partner schools to build resilience early in life through counselling, creative work and play and support a child's ability to engage in school life.



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