Counsellor
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Counsellor
changegrowlive· Medical - Doctor, Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Pharmacist
About this role
Overview
At Change Grow Live we care deeply about social justice and the work that we do. If you do too and you have the necessary experience and passion for this post, we encourage you to apply for this innovative position.
Counselling forms an integral part of our service. As part of our team, you will be delivering counselling interventions to the highest standards.
You will provide evidence-based short- and medium-term counselling sessions to people engaged with the treatment service, ensuring timely access.
You will be committed to facilitating positive outcomes for people under the supervision of a qualified clinical supervisor. You will support assessments and provide evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions relevant to the people we serve.
We work to support people experiencing difficulties associated with a range of challenges, most frequently including drug and alcohol use. We want to support the promotion of physical, psychological, and emotional safety and help people to regain a sense of control and empowerment in their lives.
CGL Scale Point 24 - 27
Location: Lonodn, Bi-Borough Alcohol Service
- Based from a local delivery hub – Victoria
- Contracted Hours – Part time - 22.5hours
- Category – Clinical
- Type of contract – Fixed Term until the 30th of June 2028
Responsibilities
To be considered for this role, you will be a BACP or UKCP registered member or have other relevant professional membership. (Please see Job Description for requirements).
You will hold a level 4 (or above) counselling/psychotherapy qualification from a credible training organisation. This will have included at least 100 face-to-face tuition hours and at least 50 hours of your own individual counselling/psychotherapy.
You will also have a minimum of 400 hours of appropriately supervised, contracted counselling practise across a range of delivery modes, including at least a third of those hours being in person and at least 80 hours in the last two years.
Our model emphasises physical, psychological, and emotional safety and helps people to rebuild a sense of control and empowerment in their lives and in their communities.
You will need to be as enthusiastic as we are about the opportunities that we have before us and to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, embracing integrated working.
If you are compassionate, authentic, inspiring and you want to make a difference, working in an environment where you can use your skills and creativity to achieve the best for people, we would encourage you to read our job description.
Our teams are vibrant, diverse, and multidisciplinary so you will have the opportunity to work alongside peers, engaging in formal and informal peer support, reflective practice and CPD opportunities.
You will support colleagues to develop their knowledge and skills, helping your local team adhere to best practice guidelines and the delivery of high-quality care.
Please read attached Job Description for a more detailed out line of responsibilities and Person Specifications
As we want to get to know you, not an AI tool. Please make sure your application is written in your own words and genuinely reflects your skills, experience and motivation for this role
Direct applications only we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy.
Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here: Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Full-time hours at Change Grow Live are 37.5 hours per week. For part-time roles, the salary and payments will be pro rata based on contracted hours.
Salary Range (pro rata if part time)
CGL points 24 to 27 (£29,410.14 - £31,842.59)ILW / OLW /Fringe
Inner London Weighting (£4,236.47)Interview Date
20/8/2026Closing Date
12/8/2026If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:
andrulla Garcia | andrulla.garcia@cgl.org.uk | 07557205711This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Counsellor role at changegrowlive?
The listed salary for this Counsellor position at changegrowlive is GBP 29K–32K. This is an TEMPORARY role.
Is the Counsellor role at changegrowlive full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a TEMPORARY position. It is posted as a Counsellor role in the Medical - Doctor, Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Pharmacist department at changegrowlive.
Which team or department does the Counsellor at changegrowlive belong to?
This Counsellor position is part of the Medical - Doctor, Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Pharmacist department at changegrowlive. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Counsellor position at changegrowlive?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to changegrowlive's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Counsellor job at changegrowlive posted?
This Counsellor position at changegrowlive was posted on Jul 19, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Counsellor
changegrowlive · 💰 GBP 29K–32K
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