Mental Health Counsellor

4 days ago

Widnes, Halton, United Kingdom HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL Full time

Employer: Halton Borough Council Schools

Salary: £30,467 -£38,259

Location: Widnes

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Term Time/Part Time

Hours: 25 hours per week. Between 8.30am- 4.30pm Monday - Friday.

DBS Check: Yes

Closing Date: 11/12/2025 at 09:00

Reference: ACD/25/326476

The Raise Academy – Mental Health Counsellor

Location: Halton (Widnes)

Salary: £30, £38, YT22-YT38)

Closing date:

Start Date: February 2026 or as soon as possible.

The Raise Academy is a new school which opened in September 2024. The school specialises in supporting pupils aged 11-16.

The Raise Academy pupils have the opportunity to be engaged in a wide range of vocational and practical subjects that will give them new opportunities to progress personally, socially and academically. The curriculum will be underpinned by high quality and supportive Maths, English and Science and all lessons will be taught in small classes of up to 8 pupils, with teachers, learning mentors and pastoral/teaching assistants.

This is a fantastic opportunity at our new SEMH school in Widnes to shape the school and transform the lives of children and those who look after them. Your key priorities will be:

Key Priorities;

  • To provide a high-quality counselling service to students experiencing a wide range of emotional challenges
  • Support the vision and direction of the school
  • To provide support, guidance and advice to parents, carers and across the school.
  • To observe appropriate confidentiality and to support the school's endeavour to provide excellent teaching and learning for all students.
  • Contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of children and young people

Please see the full Job Description and Person Specification and complete the Youth Engagement Schools Trust application form via our online Every Portal at the following link.

Vacancies – The Raise Academy

The YES Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must be prepared to undergo an enhanced DBS to confirm their suitability to work with children.

  • Counsellor in Training

    2 days ago

    Widnes, Halton, United Kingdom Kooth Full time

    Role: Counsellor in TrainingReporting: Team Leader Kooth is a fast growing business with a social purpose. Listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE:KOO), our mission is to provide welcoming and effective digital mental health support to the nation.Working in partnership with the NHS, we are already the UK's largest digital mental health platform for young...

  • Child Youth Counsellor

    2 weeks ago

    Widnes, Halton, United Kingdom Woodview mental health and autism services Full time £30,000 - £50,000 per year

    Job Location: Halton, Notre Dame Catholic Secondary SchoolProgram: Mountaineer Senior Day Treatment programJob Title: Child Youth Counsellor (CYC)Position: 12 Month full-time contract (40 Hours/week) with a possibility of extensionStart Date: ASAPContract end Date: August 28,2026Salary: Band 3, Step 1- $54,811 per annumReports to: Samantha Humphrey, Program...

  • Social Worker- Approved Mental Health Professional

    2 weeks ago

    Widnes, Halton, United Kingdom HALTON BOROUGH COUNCIL Full time £42,839 - £46,000 per year

    Job IntroductionOur Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring two iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our...

  • WLC Instructor

    2 weeks ago

    Widnes, Halton, United Kingdom Woodview mental health and autism services Full time £10,776 - £107,760 per year

    Job Location:Halton, 69 Flatt Rd, BurlingtonProgram: Woodview Learning CentreJob Title: WLC InstructorNumber of Positions: 1Position: Contract, Full Time/ 40 hours a week (Contract until June 2026-with a possibility of extension)Start Date: ASAPSalary:Band 3, Step 1- $26.35/ hourReports to: Program ManagerApplication Deadline: Until FilledPosition...

  • Team Lead

    1 week ago

    Widnes, Halton, United Kingdom Liquid Personnel Full time £45,000 - £60,000 per year

    Job Title: Team Lead - Mental Health Hospital Location: WidnesPay Rate: £45 per hourJob Description:Liquid Personnel is actively recruiting for a Deputy Manager position at a private mental health hospital in Widnes. The role is open to qualified Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, or Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMNs) with leadership...

  • Tenancy Support Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Widnes, Halton, United Kingdom Elemel 2018 CIC Full time £20,000 - £28,000 per year

    Job Title: Tenancy Support OfficerLocation: Chorley Rochdale Oldham MiddletonSalary: £22,000 -£28,000Contract Type: Full Time PermanentAbout Us:Elemel are growing Community Interest Company, "We are committed to providing holistic support to vulnerable individuals, empowering them to lead stable and fulfilling lives.Role:We are seeking compassionate and...

  • Ward Administrator

    6 days ago

    Widnes, Halton, United Kingdom Elysium Healthcare Full time £25,000 - £35,000 per year

    Join the team at Gateway Recovery Centre as a Ward Administrator working 37.5 hours per week and enjoy a career where you will be valued and supported in everything you do.Working alongside the multidisciplinary team, you will provide day-to-day administrative support for the wards, including updating service users' information, managing the ward diary,...

  • Wellbeing Link Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Widnes, Halton, United Kingdom Wellbeing Enterprises CIC Full time

    Wellbeing Enterprises (WE) is expanding its team and is recruiting a full time Wellbeing Link Worker to work with cross sector partners to provide one-to-one personalised support to people who self-refer or are referred to them.The post-holder will help people to take control of their health and wellbeing by giving time to focus on 'what matters to...

  • Transport Operator

    2 days ago

    Widnes, Halton, United Kingdom Yusen Logistics Full time

    Job RefVTFWID01148City:WidnesDepartmentContract LogisticsSalary£30,080.42 per annumStatusFull TimeTypePermanentHoursMonday to FridayTransport Operator AM shiftWidnesThe CompanyYusen Logistics is working to become the world's preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and...

  • Transport Operator

    4 hours ago

    Widnes, Halton, United Kingdom Yusen Logistics Full time

    Job RefVTFWID01149City:WidnesDepartmentContract LogisticsSalary£30,080.42 plus £832 allowance per annumStatusFull TimeTypePermanentHoursMonday to FridayTransport Operator PM shiftWidnesThe CompanyYusen Logistics is working to become the world's preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between...