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CYP Counsellor (Children & Young People) – Crawley

Are you a passionate and skilled Children & Young People (CYP) Counsellor looking for a rewarding role in a supportive environment? Relationships Sussex (formerly Relate West Sussex, is seeking a dedicated professional to join our team, providing counselling for children and young people aged 5-18 (with a preference for experience within the entire age group, but we welcome those who have worked with older young people).

Role Details:

• Location: Crawley. Other locations may be considered across West Sussex for the right candidate.
• Hours: Minimum 8 hours per week, across 2-3 blocks (which may include after-school hours and Saturday mornings). Hours are flexible and can be agreed upon with the right candidate. These hours can be split between 2-3 counsellors, so please apply if you cannot commit to 8 hours a week.
• Start Date: June 2025
• Pay: £22.05 per counselling session, with £33.10 for each initial assessment

Why Join Us?

At Relationships Sussex, we value our counsellors and provide a range of benefits to support your professional growth and wellbeing:

• Free Individual Supervision – Ensuring you have ongoing guidance and support
• Regular Group Supervision – Learn and grow with fellow professionals
• Specialised CPD Training (Four Times Per Year) – Stay ahead with the latest in counselling practice
• Flexible Working Hours – Work around your schedule
• Comprehensive Safeguarding & Complex Case Support – You're never alone in challenging cases
• Full Administrative Support – Focus on counselling while our welcoming office team handles the logistics
• Access to the Relate Learning Platform – Expand your knowledge with high-quality training resources
• Counsellor Support Groups – Be part of a strong, supportive network
• Pension Scheme (if eligible)
• Insurance Coverage – Peace of mind for your practice
• Opportunities for Re-Training in Other Counselling Qualifications

How to Apply

If you're interested in joining our team, please submit the following:

• A current CV outlining your training and counselling experience
• A cover letter explaining:
• Your reasons for applying
• Why you’re a great fit for this role
• The knowledge, skills, and experience you bring
• How you wish to develop your counselling career

Send your application to: jaycee.leddra@relationshipssussex.org.uk

· This role will remain open until filled, so don’t miss your chance—apply today and be part of a team that truly makes a difference!

• Interviews planned for w/c Monday 9th June 2025

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Education and training

-Recognised CYP counselling qualification.

-Willingness to undertake additional training and CPD as required by the service.

Experience

-Experience of assessing client needs and suitability for counselling.

-Experience of working with a range of counselling theories and methodologies.

-Experience of recognising and responding to safeguarding issues.

-Experience of maintaining accurate and appropriate records of counselling.

-Experience of working autonomously and as part of a team.

Key attributes

-Professional and positive approach to work.

-Able to think creatively to support the development of the services offered.

-Adaptable to the changing environment and able to work flexibly as required.

-Able to work with tact, diplomacy and compassion.

-Reliable and punctual.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

-Entitled to work in the UK without any additional approval

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person