School Counsellor

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Location Tormead Senior School 

Expiry Date: 05/06/2026 09:00

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Closing

in 13 days

This is a Permanent, Part Time vacancy that will close in 13 days at 09:00 BST.

The Vacancy

Required for September 2026 

Part-time, 2 days per week (negotiable) 

Tormead School is a leading academically selective independent school for 800 girls aged 4–18 in Guildford, just 40 minutes from London.

We are looking for an experienced and well-qualified Counsellor to join our outstanding pastoral team and play a meaningful part in supporting the wellbeing of our pupils. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide high-quality counselling support while contributing to a wider culture of care, resilience and personal development within a warm, inclusive and ambitious school community.

The successful candidate will provide confidential one-to-one counselling for pupils and work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead, pastoral leaders, School Nurses and external agencies where appropriate. You will bring a recognised counselling or psychotherapy qualification, membership of a relevant professional body such as BACP or UKCP, and experience of working therapeutically with children and young people. Above all, you will be a thoughtful, compassionate and confident practitioner, with strong safeguarding awareness and the ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism, empathy and care. Experience in a school or education setting, leading small-group work, or delivering mental health training would be an advantage.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a school where pastoral care and wellbeing are central to our ethos. You will be part of a collaborative, values-led community in which relationships matter and every girl is known and supported as an individual. For the right person, this role offers the chance to make a visible difference, work alongside dedicated colleagues, and help shape and strengthen wellbeing provision across the school.

This is a part-time, term-time only position for two days per week (negotiable), starting in September 2026. We offer a competitive salary, a supportive working environment, professional development opportunities, free lunch and refreshments during term time, and free use of the school gym.

For more information or to arrange a visit to the School, please contact the HR Team at recruitment@tormeadschool.org.uk.  To apply for the role, please click 'Apply Now' at the top of the page. 

The closing date for applications is Monday 8 June 2026 at 9.00am.  Interviews to be held on 15 and 16 June 2026.  However, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the school reserves the right to appoint before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. 

Tormead School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS check. We conduct online searches for all shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence checks.

At Tormead, we take pride in employing talented individuals who love what they do and can bring that passion to our vibrant and progressive family of schools. We value the expertise, energy and commitment of our excellent team of academic and business staff, who work together in partnership to provide an outstanding educational experience for our students.

We pride ourselves on supporting our staff to ensure they THRIVE. We provide staff with ample opportunities for high quality training and development for every stage of their career. We encourage staff to get involved and to further their aspirations and progression. At Tormead, you will have access to excellent facilities and resources, and you will receive the guidance and support you need to excel in your role and to contribute your best.

We are proud to be a caring and inclusive community, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and celebrates the diversity of both staff and students. Whether you are at the start of your career or highly experienced, if you have passion and expertise in your chosen field, then we want to hear from you!

Set in the beautiful Surrey countryside, Tormead is a short stroll from the historic town centre of Guildford, just 40 minutes by train to London, with excellent transport links by road and rail.

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The Values

• Innovation

We are creative and fearless in our work.

• Accountability

We take ownership of our work and lead from the front.

• Teamwork

We collaborate widely and build supportive environments.

Tormead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We believe that a robust, fair and transparent recruitment and selection policy plays a central role in achieving this aim. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

To read our Safeguarding and Recruitment policies, please go to our  Policies page.

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