Regional Counsellor Neath , Neath Port Talbot, SA11 3EG

Regional Counsellor

Salary: £25,200–£28,000

Location: Covering Swansea, Neath & Port Talbot

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 4:30pm

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-to-one or group counselling sessions to support clients in identifying individual needs and barriers to learning and progression.
• Adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for Good Practice in Counselling & Psychotherapy and apply the BACP good practice principles.
• Advise learners on the benefits of further education, well‑being and personal development.
• Establish a relationship of trust and respect through active listening and empathy.
• Facilitate workshops and organising talks with external partners to promote further education and well‑being.
• Develop and maintain external working partnerships to share best practice, signpost clients and arrange referrals or workshops.
• Record and maintain confidential records, meetings and other documents in compliance with data protection and confidentiality arrangements.
• Act as the designated Safeguarding Officer and carry out all related responsibilities and duties.
• Engage in continuous professional development to maintain up‑to‑date practice and competence.

Qualifications

• Essential
  • Recognised diploma or degree in Counselling.
  • Experience working with young people and adults in a counselling setting.
  • Member of the BACP or equivalent professional body.
  • Capability to work using an integrated approach to counselling.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the BACP or BABCP Code of Ethics.
  • Knowledge of CORE or equivalent outcome measures.
  • Full driving licence.
• Desirable
  • Accredited membership of BACP or equivalent.
  • Fluency in Welsh.
  • Knowledge of the training industry.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Itec operates as an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, ensuring equal opportunities inclusive of gender, ethnicity, disability, or other protected characteristics.

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