Barking & Dagenham College
Counselling Lecturer
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Lecturer in Counselling (Fixed Term Contract, 9 Hours per Week)
Help shape the next generation of counselling professionals and make a lasting impact on learners' lives.
About Barking & Dagenham College
Barking & Dagenham College of Further & Higher Education is a dynamic, community-focused college with a strong reputation for technical and vocational excellence. Established in 1961 and operating across its Barking and Rush Green campuses, the college supports thousands of learners and apprentices annually, helping them develop the skills, confidence, and qualifications needed to succeed.
Over the past nine years, the college has invested over £50 million in its facilities, including the East London Institute of Technology, creating outstanding learning and working environments for both staff and students.
As a member of the Counselling team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching that inspires learners to develop the professional knowledge, practical skills, and confidence required for successful careers within the counselling sector.
Responsibilities
As a Lecturer in Counselling, your key responsibilities will include:
- Teaching and assessing Counselling programmes across various levels (Level 2 to Level 6).
- Delivering innovative and learner-centred teaching, learning, and assessment using diverse approaches.
- Providing effective tutorial, coaching, and pastoral support to facilitate learner progress.
- Monitoring, tracking, and recording learner achievement and attendance in compliance with college requirements.
- Developing schemes of work, lesson plans, and learning resources to enhance learner engagement and success.
- Contributing to curriculum development, supporting the continuous improvement of teaching, learning, and assessment.
- Participating in learner recruitment activities, including interviews, enrolment, induction, and open events.
- Upholding safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of teaching and learner support.
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Requirements
We are looking for a passionate and committed educator who can:
- Have a degree or professional qualification in Counselling or a related subject.
- Hold a recognised teaching qualification (or be willing to pursue one).
- Bring recent and relevant experience teaching Counselling programmes (Levels 2–6).
- Demonstrate experience in delivering and assessing Counselling qualifications.
- Exhibit excellent teaching, learning, and assessment practice.
- Have strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Showcase good IT and administrative skills, particularly in maintaining accurate learner records.
- Be committed to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and learner success.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of competitive benefits:
- A competitive salary on the Lecturing Staff Scale, based on qualifications and experience.
- Generous holiday entitlement and a pension package.
- Ongoing professional development and CPD opportunities.
- Free parking and access to travel-to-work and technology assistance schemes.
- The opportunity to join a passionate team committed to learner success.
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Commitment to Safeguarding and Inclusion
Barking & Dagenham College adheres to best practice in safer recruitment and safeguarding, with all employment checks conducted in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines. This follows standard vetting procedures, including checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
As part of pre-onboarding checks, the college may review publicly available social media profiles (e.g., LinkedIn, X, Facebook etc.). For further details, request a copy of the Social Media Checks Policy from the Talent team.
The college is proudly an inclusive employer, fostering an open culture where everyone can bring their whole self to work, safely and without fear of discrimination or discrimination. Applications are welcome from all, regardless of:
- Gender
- Ethnicity
- Race
- Religion or beliefs
- Disability or neurodiversity
- Sexual orientation
- Age
If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. You will not face disadvantage for discussing any support needs, and we aim to assist you in performing at your best.
Note: All employment checks are handled in compliance with safeguarding policies and legal requirements.
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