Counsellor (worker status)

We are looking for experienced and dynamic counsellors to provide dedicated therapeutic support to women who have experienced sexual violence face to face, online and on the telephone.

Applicants must be experienced in providing a range of counselling interventions for those who have experience of sexual violence., We understand that you may not have all the knowledge, experience, and skills mentioned in the Job Profile Document. However, your interpersonal skills, passion to have a positive impact, commitment to our purpose, and ability to learn quickly and collaborate effectively will be equally important. If you wish to learn more about the role or if you are unsure about whether to apply, we encourage you to contact our recruitment team at recruitment@solacewomensaid.org.

Are you looking for a rewarding role working for an intersectional feminist organisation? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our team as Counsellor (worker status) at Solace Women's Aid.

We exist to end the harm done through gender-based violence. Our aim is to work to prevent violence and abuse, as well as providing services to meet the individual needs of survivors, particularly women and children. Our work is holistic and empowering, working alongside survivors to achieve independent lives, free from abuse.

Our core values reflect our history and were developed in consultation with staff and service users. Feminism and intersectionality are key to our work and we are committed to the principles of being survivor-led, trauma-informed, empowering, diverse, anti-racist and anti-discriminatory.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees, including:

• Flexible working


• Focus on learning and development (internal career progression and training)


• Generous holiday entitlement


• Employer pension contribution


• Family-friendly leave and enhanced maternity pay


• Access to Inclusion Networks


• Daily clinical debriefing


• Employee Assistance Programme providing free 24/7 support and advice


• Employee Benefits Platform offering staff discounts, benefits and savings


• Flow & Restore yoga classes


• Meditation sessions


• Cycle to Work Scheme