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Randstad Student Support is seeking experienced, accredited counsellors to provide high-quality, short-term therapeutic support to university students. This role is designed for practitioners who thrive in a solution-focused environment, helping young adults manage mental health challenges and achieve their academic potential. You will support students referred for a structured 5-session model, addressing concerns such as anxiety, exam stress, procrastination, self-esteem etc.
Job Responsibility:
Deliver one-to-one remote counselling sessions focused on developing practical coping strategies and overcoming emotional barriers to learning
Manage your own caseload, including initial student outreach and session scheduling
Build rapid rapport with students to establish and achieve clear therapeutic goals within the 5-session framework
Strictly adhere to Randstad and University safeguarding policies, performing risk assessments and escalating concerns through appropriate channels
Maintain accurate, GDPR-compliant case notes and protect student data at all times
Requirements:
Current accredited membership with the BACP (or an equivalent professional body)
A minimum of 500 post-qualification clinical hours
Documented engagement in regular clinical supervision in line with professional standards
Experience and confidence in delivering effective therapy via Zoom
Nice to have:
Experience working within a Higher Education or Further Education setting
Strong triage skills and the ability to assess student needs quickly
Confidence in managing high-risk safeguarding cases
What we offer:
Flexibility: A remote role that fits around your private practice or existing schedule
Referral Pipeline: You will receive student referrals from us, along with relevant background information and an understanding of what the student hopes to achieve. You'll be responsible for making the initial contact with the student and arranging sessions
Cancellations Protection: If a student fails to attend without 24 hours' notice, you'll still be paid for the missed session. After two missed sessions, we'll refer the student back to the university
Accrued Holiday Pay: Build up paid leave (approx. £3.37/hr) to be used during quieter academic periods like summer or winter breaks