Children and Young Persons Counsellor


Company:	Vacancy Filler
Salary:	£28,476 to £29,470 a year, pro rata
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Leyland, PR25 2TF
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	14 Aug 2026
Closing date:	30 Aug 2026

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We’re Hiring: Children and Young Person's Counsellor Organisation: Key Unlocking Futures Salary: £28,476 - £29,470 per annum (pro rata)Location: Agile working with travel across LancashireHours: 36.5 hours per weekContract: 6 months - Temporary / Fixed-TermDBS: Enhanced DBS requiredHelp children and young people build brighter futuresAt Key Unlocking Futures, part of Progress Housing Group, we help people across Lancashire build better lives. For over 30 years, we’ve supported children, young people and families through difficult times with compassionate, practical services that make a real difference. Key now supports more than 10,000 people across Lancashire each year.We’re looking for a skilled and compassionate Children and Young People’s Counsellor to provide short-term therapeutic support for children and young people, helping to improve emotional wellbeing, build resilience and support positive mental health.About the Children and Young Person's Counsellor roleYou’ll work directly with children and young people experiencing emotional health, mental health and wellbeing challenges. Managing your own caseload, you’ll deliver therapeutic interventions, build trusted relationships and work closely with families, referral partners and other professionals to provide joined-up counselling and wellbeing support.You’ll be responsible for:Managing a caseload of children and young peopleAssessing needs and delivering short-term therapeutic interventionsSupporting emotional wellbeing and resilienceWorking with partner agenciesUsing Outcomes Stars and contributing to Early Help processes where neededKeeping accurate case records and maintaining confidentialityFollowing safeguarding procedures at all timesWhat we’re looking forDegree/diploma in Counselling Studies or equivalent in CBT, Psychotherapy, Play Therapy or similar, or an experienced CYP worker/coach in emotional health and wellbeing.Experience supporting children and young people with diverse and complex needsExperience managing a varied caseloadStrong knowledge of child development, BACP codes of practice and issues affecting young people todayAbility to build strong, client-focused relationshipsStrong organisation skills and ability to work independentlyAccess to a car for work travelDesirable:Working towards BACP accreditation or equivalentExperience in a multi-agency settingKnowledge of safeguarding, EHA and TAF procedureExperience using an electronic case management systemWhy join us?This is your chance to join an organisation with a strong social purpose, where your work will have a direct impact on the lives of children and young people.We’re proud to be the 2026 Spring North Charity of the Year and Impact Award winners, recognition of the difference our team makes every single day across Lancashire.What you’ll get in return:Competitive salary of £28,476 - £29,470An initial 6-month contract with full time (36.5 hrs) or part time hours considered. There is a possibility the role will be extended past 6 months. A role within an established organisation with almost 30 years of helping individuals and families building a brighter future for themselves. A rewarding role with real purposeSupportive team environmentTraining and development opportunitiesThe chance to be part of a trusted organisation changing lives across Lancashire How to applyIf you’re passionate about supporting children and young people and want to make a genuine difference, we’d love to hear from you. Application Closing Date: Sunday 30th August 2026 23.59pmInterview Date: Thursday 10th September Inclusion matters hereKey Unlocking Futures is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

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