Remote Counsellor/Psychotherapist
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Position Overview & Specifications
Remote Counsellor/Psychotherapist
BACP Accredited / NCS Accredited membership
Nationwide – remote
Salary £31,500 -£33,500 based on FT hours. Part-time hours also available pro rata.
Permanent
Our Accredited Counsellors work 8-hour shifts covering the hours between 8am to 8pm, weekends as required to manage a case load of telephone counselling clients.
A bit about us
Here you’ll be welcomed. We champion diversity and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. You’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.
This role is a wonderful opportunity to really make a difference to people’s lives. You’ll deliver a telephone counselling service to Bupa clients in accordance with Bupa policies and procedures.
What you'll be doing
Providing telephone counselling to a case load of clients, short, medium, longer term sessional work with a varied mix of client presenting problems, including oncology
Conducting mental health triage assessments
Assessing and managing risk to clients and others as required
Working in adherence to professional standards and compliance with regulatory framework
We offer protected non-working days per week.
Who we’re looking for
Recognised Counselling diploma qualification (Level 4) or higher
BACP or NCS Accredited membership
Rich and varied experience of Counselling different sectors of and clients in society
Experience in working with complex cases is desirable
Preferably previous experience providing telephone counselling over short, medium or longer term
Flexible attitude to work the shifts required
Strong IT skills – experienced MS Office packages (including preferably MS Teams) – this is a busy computer and phone-based role
Why Bupa?
We are a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. We reinvest profits into providing more and better healthcare for the benefit of current and future customers.
Our benefits are driven by what matters to our people. It’s important to us that these benefits support a work-life balance that keeps people healthy, both mentally and physically. As a Telephone Counsellor you’ll be eligible for:
25 days holiday (pro-rata), increasing through length of service, with option to buy or sell
Pro-rated payment of professional membership fee
Bupa health insurance
An enhanced pension plan and life assurance
Annual performance-based bonus
Monthly supervision paid for
Blended office and home working options available
2 week induction provided on Bupa policies and procedures
Support with your CPD
Onsite gyms or local discounts where no onsite gym available
Various other benefits and online discounts
Career opportunities to move into other roles or other parts of Bupa
Diversity and Inclusion
Bupa is committed to making sure that every applicant is assessed solely on personal merit and qualifications. We actively celebrate the diversity of our colleagues and provide an inclusive environment so you can bring your true self to Bupa. We’ll make sure you are treated regardless of disability or circumstance. That’s why we’re happy to offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them.
Whether you’ve found your feet or are discovering a new path.
Welcome to a place that celebrates you.
This isn’t where you've been.
This is where you're going.
This is what we have belief in.
How to apply
Click on the link below or f or a confidential chat please email emma.stockwell-sykes@bupa.com where we can answer any questions. Get in touch or apply today!
Time Type:
Part timeCandidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Healthcare Services & Hospitals
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Remote Counsellor/Psychotherapist roles across Bupa's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Healthcare Services & Hospitals.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £31,500 - £33,500 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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