Lecturer in Therapeutic Counselling

Salary: Unqualified: £25,371 - £29,942 per annum (pro rata, hourly paid)Qualified: £32,304 - £49,934 per annum (pro rata, hourly paid)

Lecturer in Therapeutic Counselling

Unqualified: £25,371 - £29,942 per annum (pro rata, hourly paid)Qualified: £32,304 - £49,934 per annum (pro rata, hourly paid)

Part-time 0.5 FTE (18.5 hours per week) and permanent

(Casual hourly paid lecturer hours are also available - casual hours are offered on an ad hoc basis to fit the needs of the service and so may vary.)

We have an exciting opportunity to join our passionate and enthusiastic team at Bridgend College as a Lecturer in Therapeutic Counselling. This role will allow you to support and inspire the next generation of counselling professionals through high-quality teaching, mentorship, and academic guidance. You will contribute to the delivery of our counselling programmes, including Level 4 and Level 5 Diplomas, ensuring that students develop the practical skills, theoretical understanding, and self-awareness needed for professional practice. You will also be a registered/accredited member of a professional body such as the BACP, UKCP, National Counselling Society etc and have current practice experience.

You will plan and deliver engaging sessions, assess learner progress, and support individual development in both academic and professional contexts. You will hold a recognised qualification in therapeutic counselling (minimum Level 6) and be a member of a professional body such as the BACP, UKCP, National Counselling Society etc and have current practice experience. Experience of working with young people and/or a PGCE certificate (or a willingness to work towards one) is essential. With excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to a wide and diverse student population you will be passionate about motivating all learners to be well-prepared for successful counselling careers in professional practice.

For further information, please view the job information pack .

Bridgend College recognises its responsibility to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all students. We apply a rigorous process of checking the suitability of staff and volunteers to work with children and vulnerable adults. The above post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure for child and adult workforce and registration as a FE Teacher with the Education Workforce Council.

Bridgend College understands the value of providing services in Welsh and the need to grow its bilingual workforce. We therefore encourage applications from candidates who are able to demonstrate good Welsh language skills. Please specify in your personal statement whether you would prefer to have your assessment/interview conducted in Welsh.

We are actively seeking to improve representation from all sections of the community and promoting equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from everyone, including people from different backgrounds and communities, and of different ages.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and we guarantee to interview anyone with a disability if their application meets the essential criteria for the post, and consider them on their abilities. We can also offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence of identity and eligibility to work in the UK.

The College does not participate in the UK Visa Sponsorship Scheme therefore, candidates will have to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK if offered a role with us.

Please note there may be a requirement for a second stage interview or assessment.