Sessional Counsellor

Job SummaryAre you a qualified Counsellor for Depression (CfD) looking to make a real difference in people's lives? Nouvita Healthcare is seeking dedicated, sessional counsellors to join our growingNHS Talking Therapiesteam. This hybrid role offers flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to deliver high-quality, evidence-based therapy to adults experiencing common mental health issues.Main duties of the jobYoull work within theNHS Talking Therapies (IAPT) framework, delivering short-term counselling interventions that are person-centred and guided by thePerson-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression (PCE-CfD)model.Your Responsibilities Will Include:Conducting assessments and delivering therapy sessionsSupporting clients through their mental health journeys using evidence-based practiceMaintaining clear, timely clinical notes on our digital systemCollaborating with team members, supervisors, and partner agenciesParticipating in regular supervision, training, and professional developmentAbout UsNouvita Healthcare is an established provider of specialist health and social care services across Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire. We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred mental health support and therapeutic services in hospital, residential and now in outpatient settings. Our focus is on empowering recovery and improving outcomes through effective, compassionate care. At Nouvita, we value continuous improvement and foster an environment where all staff have a voice and can develop their careers.We Are Committed To:Delivering high-quality mental health servicesMaintaining excellent clinical governance and patient outcomesSupporting staff development and wellbeingPromoting equality, inclusion, and diversity in everything we doDetailsDate posted27 August 2025Pay schemeOtherSalary£25 a sessionContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote workingReference numberL0012-25-0018Job locations33 Wellfield CloseHatfieldHertfordshireAL100BUJob DescriptionJob responsibilitiesYoull work within theNHS Talking Therapies (IAPT) framework, delivering short-term counselling interventions that are person-centred and guided by thePerson-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression (PCE-CfD)model.Your Responsibilities Will Include:Conducting assessments and delivering therapy sessionsSupporting clients through their mental health journeys using evidence-based practiceMaintaining clear, timely clinical notes on our digital systemCollaborating with team members, supervisors, and partner agenciesParticipating in regular supervision, training, and professional developmentJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesYoull work within theNHS Talking Therapies (IAPT) framework, delivering short-term counselling interventions that are person-centred and guided by thePerson-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression (PCE-CfD)model.Your Responsibilities Will Include:Conducting assessments and delivering therapy sessionsSupporting clients through their mental health journeys using evidence-based practiceMaintaining clear, timely clinical notes on our digital systemCollaborating with team members, supervisors, and partner agenciesParticipating in regular supervision, training, and professional developmentPerson SpecificationExperienceEssential- Qualification in CfDQualificationsEssential- BACP membership (Accreditation or working towards it)- Qualification in CfD- At least 2 years of post-qualification experience- Experience delivering time-limited counselling- Remote counselling qualification and good IT skills- Ability to travel within Hertfordshire as neededDesirable- Strong interpersonal and communication skills- A flexible, client-focused approach- A solid understanding of confidentiality, ethics, and safeguarding- Commitment to equality, diversity, and professional standardsPerson SpecificationEssential- BACP membership (Accreditation or working towards it)- Qualification in CfD- At least 2 years of post-qualification experience- Experience delivering time-limited counselling- Remote counselling qualification and good IT skills- Ability to travel within Hertfordshire as neededDesirable- Strong interpersonal and communication skills- A flexible, client-focused approach- A solid understanding of confidentiality, ethics, and safeguarding- Commitment to equality, diversity, and professional standardsDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameNouvita LimitedAddress33 Wellfield CloseHatfieldHertfordshireAL100BUEmployer's websitehttps://nouvita.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)Employer detailsEmployer nameNouvita LimitedAddress33 Wellfield CloseHatfieldHertfordshireAL100BUEmployer's websitehttps://nouvita.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)