Student Counsellor - Blossomfield (SS448B)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Term time only - 38 weeks per year
15 hours per week – Wednesday and Thursday
We are looking for an experienced Counsellor to join the Student Services Team, to provide confidential and professional support for students experiencing personal, emotional and/or academic difficulties.
This position will be based at our Blossomfield Campus working across Wednesday and Thursday.
You should hold a nationally recognised counselling qualification (Diploma or Higher Degree) with experience in working with a diverse range of clients. Significant post-qualification experience working as a professional is desirable.
The post-holder will be expected to work within a multidisciplinary team to provide coordinated, effective and integrated counselling to students of the College in accordance with the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy code of ethics.
Please note if you are selected for the next stage in the process, you will be required to attend the College’s premises, unless exceptional circumstances apply. Unfortunately, the College is unable to contribute towards the associated travel costs.
Solihull College & University Centre is committed to ensuring a safe environment for all students and expects all staff to engage fully with this commitment.
Candidate 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.
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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.
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