You’ll play a key role in delivering a high quality Schools based Counselling service for children and young people aged 4-16.

• Undertake one to one Counselling/Play Therapy with children and young people within a school setting as directed by GIPSIL.
• To build and maintain good, effective referral systems and working relationships with school staff, parents/carers and other professionals.
• Respond promptly to new referrals, providing an accessible service to meet the needs of children and young people.
• Manage own caseload, maintaining records and meeting reporting requirements as appropriate.
• Use data collection tools (in accordance with requirements) to record, monitor and evaluate the projects on a regular basis.
• Participate in multi-agency working as appropriate.

GIPSIL works with children, young people, and families in the most disadvantaged communities in Leeds and Wakefield to provide them with the support and resources they need to thrive.

At GIPSIL, we believe that community is the foundation of success. We are proud to lead four consortiums, Our Way Leeds, Elevate, CHP and Engage. Each consortium addresses different vulnerable issues in Leeds and supports the community with programs designed to uplift and empower individuals who may be struggling. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everybody feels valued and heard.

• A recognised Counselling/Play therapy qualification (minimum Diploma level)
• Post‑qualification experience delivering Counselling or Play therapy in schools
• Experience using creative methods in Counselling young people
• A collaborative mindset and a commitment to working as part of a supportive team