School Counsellor

Hours: 37 hours per week, term time only plus 10 occasional days This is a well-established and vitally important post, providing intensive support work for pupils and their families, who are experiencing difficulty, disadvantage or need.

• Be independent, creative and self-motivated
• Require good communication/liaison skills
• Require some understanding of behavioural difficulties
• Provide targeted intervention for both individuals and groups
• Involve work within the primary and secondary education sector
An understanding of the many agencies available to support pupils would be an advantage but not a pre-requisite, as would a background in education. Why choose Kennet School? Joining our school community means becoming part of an open, collaborative environment where trust in our professionals is paramount. We pride ourselves on outstanding facilities and abundant resources that empower our educators to deliver exceptional learning experiences. We are seeking applicants who bring creativity, a forward-thinking attitude, and an unapologetic passion for enabling young people to reach their fullest potential. At our school, innovation is encouraged, and every voice matters in shaping an educational landscape where pupils thrive. All staff have access to a range of benefits including a Cycle Scheme, local government pension scheme and annual flu jab. Kennet School is a highly oversubscribed and ambitious academy which seeks staff who are keen to contribute to the fuller life of the school. Kennet School embraces flexible working, and we are open to discuss possibilities for flexible working across all positions. All reasonable adjustments may be discussed during interview. To Apply: The easiest way to apply is by clicking the 'Quickb Apply' button. Alternatively, you can download our application form from the 'Vacancies' section of our website and send your completed document to office@kennetschool.co.uk. Closing Date: Monday, 7 October 2024 (9am) Interviews: TBC Kennet School is committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all employees, governors, trainees and volunteers to share in this commitment. We value diverse backgrounds, life experiences and perspectives and have a supportive and inclusive organisational culture. We would like our organisation to be representative of our community and the users of our services and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We seek employees who are keen to contribute to the fuller life of this over-subscribed and ambitious school. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and, in line with KCSIE, a social media check will be undertaken to validate details applicants have given to support a job application.


• Be independent, creative and self-motivated
• Require good communication/liaison skills
• Require some understanding of behavioural difficulties
• Provide targeted intervention for both individuals and groups
• Involve work within the primary and secondary education sector
An understanding of the many agencies available to support pupils would be an advantage but not a pre-requisite, as would a background in education.

Hours: 37 hours per week, term time only plus 10 occasional days, Joining our school community means becoming part of an open, collaborative environment where trust in our professionals is paramount. We pride ourselves on outstanding facilities and abundant resources that empower our educators to deliver exceptional learning experiences. We are seeking applicants who bring creativity, a forward-thinking attitude, and an unapologetic passion for enabling young people to reach their fullest potential. At our school, innovation is encouraged, and every voice matters in shaping an educational landscape where pupils thrive. All staff have access to a range of benefits including a Cycle Scheme, local government pension scheme and annual flu jab. Kennet School is a highly oversubscribed and ambitious academy which seeks staff who are keen to contribute to the fuller life of the school. Kennet School embraces flexible working, and we are open to discuss possibilities for flexible working across all positions. All reasonable adjustments may be discussed during interview.