Counselling Lecturer

Overview

Counselling is a growing and highly valued industry, with an increasing need for skilled, reflective practitioners who can support wellbeing across a range of settings. South Staffordshire College has an excellent reputation for delivering high quality counselling qualifications that enable learners to progress confidently into the profession and further study. We are seeking a dynamic and committed individual to join our team and contribute to the delivery of counselling programmes at Levels 2, 3 and 4.

This role involves teaching and assessing counselling qualifications at Levels 2, 3 and 4, inspiring learners from diverse backgrounds and supporting the development of professional skills, values and reflective practice. You will contribute to the growth of an ambitious counselling provision and work collaboratively to maintain high standards of teaching, learning and assessment.

• Teach and assess counselling qualifications at Levels 2, 3 and 4.
• Inspire learners from diverse backgrounds and support the development of professional skills, values and reflective practice.
• Contribute to the growth of an ambitious counselling provision and work collaboratively to maintain high standards of teaching, learning and assessment.

• Qualifications and experience in counselling.
• Hold a relevant teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to learner progression, inclusive practice and professional standards.
• Bring energy, empathy and enthusiasm to the classroom.

• Join a well regarded counselling provision with clear progression routes into a growing industry.
• Work within a supportive and forward thinking team.
• Make a meaningful impact on learners’ futures and access ongoing professional development.

To find out more about this great opportunity visit  to apply and to download a job specification. All applications must be received by:
Thursday 5th February 2026. Interviews to be held: WC 16th February 2026.

• We care about wellbeing and offer activities year-round to support staff wellbeing. Our holiday scheme includes the usual Bank Holidays, an additional 5 days at Christmas and 2 ‘ME’ days, plus an additional campus day spent on wellbeing.
• Range of benefits available to all staff, including paid time off for emergencies (to support carers). Policies are enhanced beyond statutory requirements.
• The College contributes to your pension (minimum 20.9%; greater contributions for Local Government Pension Scheme).
• South Staffordshire College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.
• We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.
• This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure with child and barred list check.