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Children and Young People's Counsellor

United Kingdom, Leyland Employment contract 28476.00 - 29470.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted June 30, 2026
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Help children and young people build brighter futures. At Key Unlocking Futures, part of Progress Housing Group, we help people across Lancashire build better lives. For over 30 years, we’ve supported children, young people and families through difficult times with compassionate, practical services that make a real difference. Key now supports more than 10,000 people across Lancashire each year. We’re looking for a skilled and compassionate Children and Young People’s Counsellor to deliver short-term therapeutic support that improves emotional wellbeing, builds resilience and helps young people move forward with confidence.

Job Responsibility

  • Managing a caseload of children and young people
  • Assessing needs and delivering short-term therapeutic interventions
  • Supporting emotional wellbeing and resilience
  • Working with partner agencies
  • Using Outcomes Stars and contributing to Early Help processes where needed
  • Keeping accurate case records and maintaining confidentiality
  • Following safeguarding procedures at all times

Requirements

  • Degree/diploma in Counselling Studies or equivalent in CBT, Psychotherapy, Play Therapy or similar
  • Experience supporting children and young people with diverse and complex needs
  • Experience managing a varied caseload
  • Strong knowledge of child development, BACP codes of practice and issues affecting young people today
  • Ability to build strong, client-focused relationships
  • Strong organisation skills and ability to work independently
  • Access to a car for work travel

Nice to have

  • Working towards BACP accreditation or equivalent
  • Experience in a multi-agency setting
  • Knowledge of safeguarding, EHA and TAF procedure
  • Experience using an electronic case management system

What we offer

  • A benefits package focused on work-life balance
  • 25 days paid leave (FTE) plus bank holidays
  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme EAP Health Cash Plan via Medicash
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