Job Description

Job Opportunity: CfD Counsellorsx4 & Trainee Counsellors x2

Location:

Hertfordshire (Hybrid/Remote options available)

Contract Type:

Flexible

Start Date:

Autumn 2025

Salary:

28,000 (Qualified CfD Counsellors)

Qualified CfD Counsellors

Guideposts Trust is launching a new Talking Therapies service commissioned to deliver Counselling for Depression (CfD) in line with NICE guidelines. We are recruiting:

3 CfD Counsellors (Monday to Friday) 1 CfD Counsellor (Saturdays)

About the Role

You will provide short-term CfD therapy to individuals aged 16+ experiencing mild to moderate depression. Sessions typically span 6-10 weeks, with potential for extension. You'll work collaboratively with clients and professionals to deliver a high-quality, inclusive, and trauma-informed service.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver CfD therapy in accordance with BACP standards Maintain accurate clinical records and data reporting Participate in supervision and CPD Support service development and quality improvement Adhere to safeguarding and data protection protocols

Essential Criteria

BACP Accredited (or working towards accreditation) Completed or Part 1 of PCE-CfD training Experience delivering CfD within Talking Therapies Strong clinical record-keeping and safeguarding awareness Commitment to inclusivity, flexibility, and person-centred care

Desirable Criteria

Experience facilitating group counselling Experience delivering training

Trainee CfD Counsellors x2 - Funded Training Opportunity

Guideposts is offering two funded places for trainee counsellors to complete the PCE-CfD Practitioner Training and join our new Talking Therapies service.

Who Can Apply

BACP registered counsellors Those who have not yet completed PCE-CfD training but meet the criteria to begin Individuals committed to working in Talking Therapies and delivering CfD

Training Cohorts Available

Choose from one of the following:

September (6-Day Block): 3rd-5th & 8th-10th September 2025 | Follow-Up: 3rd December 2025 October (Mondays Only): 29th Sept, 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th October 2025 | Follow-Up: 26th January 2026 November (6-Day Block): 5th-7th & 10th-12th November 2025 | Follow-Up: 11th February 2026

How to Apply

Download the application form from the bottom of our webpage:

Practitioner License in Person-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression (PCE-CfD)

Submit the completed form along with a cover letter outlining:

Your interest in the role Your availability (weekday or Saturday role) Whether you are applying as a qualified or trainee counsellor Your preferred training cohort (if applying for funded training)

Important:

If applying for the trainee course, you must also complete the

Training Application Form

in addition to the main application.

Please demonstrate in your application how you meet the responsibilities and key competencies of the role.

Visit our website for the full job description and to download both application forms:

www.guideposts.org.uk/opportunities

Recruitment is ongoing, and interviews will be held on a rolling basis.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early once all positions are filled--early applications are strongly encouraged.

If your role involves driving for work purposes, you will be required to obtain Class 1 business insurance.

Why Join Guideposts?

In return, you'll receive a competitive salary plus:

Pension scheme: 6% employer contribution (when you contribute 3%) Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) via Health Assured Career development & training opportunities Annual leave: 23 days rising to 28 days + bank holidays Additional leave Casual dress On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person