Counsellor
Counsellor
£34,324 pa (FTE)
25 hours per week
We’re looking for someone who’s driven by a genuine desire to make a difference. You take ownership of your work, act with integrity, and show up as your authentic self. You value individuality, your own and others’ and thrive in a team that celebrates diversity, creativity, and compassion.
About us:
Our vision at Bluebell Wood is for every baby, child and young person with a life limiting condition to access specialist palliative care, where and when they need it. You will join our fantastic team where we all play our part in achieving our vision and creating an incredible culture for everyone.
The role: Counsellor
To work as part of our Family Support Team providing holistic and therapeutic support to children and young people under the care of Bluebell Wood as well as family members experiencing anticipatory grief or bereavement. Our bereavement offer also extends to those families referred to us via external partnerships where children and young people have died suddenly and unexpectedly.
The requirements:
You will be a counsellor qualified to level 4 (minimum) with at least 2 years post-qualification experience. You will meet the BACP competencies to work with children, young people and adults.
To fulfil the role effectively you will be a creative and resilient person and able to work collaboratively with your team.
You will have experience of working with children and families who have complex needs, offering support packages that meet their individual requirements.
To join our team and contribute to the exceptional care at Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice Apply Now
If you would like to have an informal chat about the role, please do contact Cathy Byrne (Family Wellbeing and Counselling Coordinator) on 01909 393 243, or email cathy.byrne@bluebellwood.org
Download the job description and person specification here.
Please download the job description and person specification for more information and if you think you have what we are looking for, download and complete the application form above and return it to recruitment@bluebellwood.org
Closing date: 20th October 2025
Interviews: 7th November 2025
We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive work place that reflects the communities we support, and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of gender, sex, ethnicity, race, religion, education, socioeconomic background, disability, or sexual orientation.
We will do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout our recruitment process.
What else we will need, or you need to know:
• Proof that you have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot support visa sponsorship
• Any successful applicant will require a health check
• An Enhanced DBS Check
• Two references
• All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks