Child Care Counsellor (MI129BC) at Millgate School

Childcare Counsellor

Millgate School
Salary: Grade10  Pay Point 23-26 (£35,451 - £39,165  per annum, approximate starting salary of £16,395.00)

Hours: 20 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term Time Only + Inset Days)
Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role

To provide a complementary service to teachers and pastoral staff in school, addressing the mental health needs of individual children who need to help to overcome a crisis of trauma thus reducing barriers to learning

Why Choose Millgate School?

Key Responsibilities

• To counsel and assess individual students support needs.
• To encourage and reinforce positive behaviour of students.
• To keep families/carers of children informed of the students’ needs and progress, and to build positive relationships.
• To support students in achieving their potential.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications:

• Evidence of sound level of general education, including GCSE English and Maths (A*-C) or equivalent (level 2 Basic Skills Literacy/Numeracy)
• Has a recognised qualification in therapy/counselling and be registered with an appropriate body eg Level 4 or above UKCP.
• ICT Skills sufficient to perform role with regard to use of SIMS/Scholarpack, software packages related to presentation of information to staff and students.
• Willingness to undertake DSL training and refreshers.

Experience:

• Have a thorough knowledge of the Mental Health provision locally and nationally.
• Ability to deal sensitively with vulnerable students and their families.
• Sound understanding of confidentiality issues.
• Experience of working effectively with children and young people in a learning environment.
• Awareness of child protection issues.
• Reliable with regard to all aspects of working practice.
• Ability to remain patient and calm in challenging situations.

Skills & Knowledge:

•  Knowledge of child protection, health and safety procedures and their application in a school setting.
• Awareness of a range of frameworks that support the education, development and well-being of children
• Able to plan own work and to exercise initiative and independent action.
• Able to present information effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Able to transfer theory/training into practice and demonstrate skills of problem-solving drawing on relevant experience.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to support your application.

Why Join Us?

Professional Growth & Support

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
• Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
• Highly committed and motivated Team
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
• A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues

Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school.
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school.
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.

Additional Perks

• Free parking.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Gym discounts.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Dental support.
• Retail discounts.
• Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.

Equal Opportunities & Accessibility

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact hrsupport@discoverytrust.org for support.

Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents

More about Discovery Schools Trust

Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.

Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.

AI

While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting. 

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If you are ready to make a difference in children's lives, apply today!