School Counsellor / Play Therapist

Job description

Job title and organisation: School Counsellor / Play Therapist - GIPSIL
Salary: £18,078.65 per annum (actual)
Hours: 22.5
Contract: Permanent
Location: Leeds
Closing Date and Time: Wednesday 30th September 2026 at 12 noon

We're looking for an experienced and dedicated fully qualified Counsellor or Play Therapist who shares GIPSIL's values of Compassion, Courage and Collaboration. You'll play a key role in delivering a high quality Schools based Counselling service for children and young people aged 4-16.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake one to one Counselling/Play Therapy with children and young people within a school setting as directed by GIPSIL.
• To build and maintain good, effective referral systems and working relationships with school staff, parents/carers and other professionals.
• Respond promptly to new referrals, providing an accessible service to meet the needs of children and young people.
• Manage own caseload, maintaining records and meeting reporting requirements as appropriate.
• Use data collection tools (in accordance with requirements) to record, monitor and evaluate the projects on a regular basis.
• Participate in multi-agency working as appropriate.

What We're Looking For

• A recognised counselling/play therapy qualification (minimum Diploma level)
• Post‑qualification experience delivering counselling or play therapy in schools
• Experience using creative methods in Counselling young people
• A collaborative mindset and a commitment to working as part of a supportive team

What We Offer

• Join an established team of Counsellors/ Play therapists
• You'll benefit from free training and CPD opportunities
• You'll receive regular Line Management supervision and access to clinical supervision and Reflective Practice sessions
• We cover BACP membership costs and Clinical Supervision costs

How To Apply

To arrange an informal conversation about this role please contact Hannah Railton via email: [email protected] .

Apply here: Gipsil Vacancies

Please note you will need to set up an account before you can submit your application.

Closing Date: Wednesday 30th September 2026 at 12:00 noon

Shortlisting: Friday 2nd October 2026

Interviews: Monday 12th October 2026

Please note that GIPSIL will not accept CV's or agencies.

The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.
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