Children and Young Persons Counsellor


Company:	Vacancy Filler
Salary:	£28,476 to £29,470 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Leyland, PR25 2TF
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	20 Aug 2026
Closing date:	31 Aug 2026

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We’re Hiring: Children and Young People’s Counsellor Organisation: Key Unlocking Futures Salary: £28,476 - £29,470 per annumLocation: Agile working with travel across West LancashireHours: 36.5 hours per weekContract: Permanent DBS: 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 an experienced and compassionate Children and Young People’s Counsellor to deliver short-term therapeutic support for children and young people, helping to strengthen emotional wellbeing, develop resilience and promote positive mental health.About the Children and Young People’s Counsellor roleYou’ll work directly with children and young people facing emotional health, mental health and wellbeing challenges. Managing your own caseload, you’ll provide therapeutic interventions, develop trusted relationships and work closely with families, referral partners and other professionals to deliver joined-up counselling and wellbeing support.You’ll be responsible for:Managing a caseload of children and young peopleAssessing needs and providing short-term therapeutic interventionsPromoting emotional wellbeing and resilienceWorking collaboratively 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 that this impact has been recognised beyond our organisation. Key Unlocking Futures has been named the 2026 Spring North Charity of the Year and Impact Award winner, and we’re also delighted to have been shortlisted as BIBA finalists. It’s recognition that reflects the dedication of our team, the strength of our partnerships, and the difference we continue to make for people and communities across Lancashire. What you’ll get in return:Competitive salary of £28,476 - £29,470Job security with a Permanent position that promotes work life balanceA 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: Midnight Monday 31st August 2026Interview Dates: 7th 9th and 10th of September 2026 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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