Due to the expansion of the school, we are looking to appoint an additional experienced School Counsellor to support our students. The successful candidate will be experienced in working therapeutically with children and young people and ideally with BACP accreditation or UKCP registration. You need to have good understanding of attachment and child development, with knowledge of mental health issues in children and young people. You will be working alongside a committed, collaborative and friendly pastoral care team, providing an essential service to pupils, and contributing to the holistic pastoral provision of the school.

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 3 days (21 hours) per week (Wednesday, Thursdays and Fridays)

Times:  8am- 3.30pm with a 30 minute (unpaid) lunch break

Weeks: Term time + inset training days (+ 5.6 weeks paid annual leave) 

Closing date: 6th September 2024

Interviews: Please note that interviews will take place before the closing date so early applications are encouraged.

Nicholas Breakspear is a member of the Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust. We work together with the other schools in the trust to share best practice and to promote the development of staff and students. DOWAT is recognised as one of the top 10 academy trusts in the country. Nicholas Breaskpear is a Catholic school and we place great emphasis on the gospel values of Truth, Justice, Peace and Love. This is reflected in the excellent conduct and behaviour of our students and the appreciation of the role they have in serving their school and the wider community. Our staff reflect the diverse backgrounds of our students and we welcome all applicants irrespective of faith.

Nicholas Breakspear is a vibrant, nurturing and ambitious school. Situated on the outskirts of St Albans the school benefits from large spacious grounds and close links to London. This role provides an excellent opportunity for someone to join a school which values inclusivity and kindness and which allows children to flourish and grow in confidence. The 2019 GCSE results place the school in the top 10% of schools nationally.

 We welcome visits from prospective staff. If you would like an informal conversation about the post before applying, please contact Mrs M Green, Deputy Headteacher (Pastoral Care) Greenm@nbs.herts.sch.uk.

Nicholas Breakspear Catholic School is committed to safeguarding, actively promoting British values and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to the development of community cohesion and the prevention of extremism and radicalisation. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore, your appointment will be subject to satisfactory references, DBS clearance, proof of identity and right to live and work in the UK, medical checks, social media checks and relevant qualifications. 

All staff are required to have the ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of young children.