Job Description

We're Hiring: Senior Trainer - Counselling & Psychotherapy

Location:

Glasgow City Centre

Salary:

34,000 - 38,000

Hours:

35 hours per week | Permanent

Closing Date:

4th August 2025

Join The Spark - Empowering Lives through Counselling and Education

Are you a passionate counselling or teaching professional ready to shape the next generation of counsellors? The Spark, a leading national provider of counselling and training services, is seeking a

Senior Trainer

to deliver and develop our suite of SQA, BACP, and COSCA validated training programmes.

About Us

At The Spark, we offer a comprehensive range of counselling services for individuals, couples, children, and families, as well as school-based services and accredited qualifications. We're committed to advancing mental health and emotional well-being through professional development and lifelong learning.

The Role

As a

Senior Trainer

, you'll play a key role in:

Delivering modular counselling training packages and validated qualifications Leading course planning, assessment, and quality assurance in line with SQA/BACP/COSCA standards Mentoring students and contributing to their academic and personal development Supporting training staff and collaborating with internal teams to ensure programme excellence
Evening and weekend availability is required to meet learner and organisational needs.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

Postgraduate qualification in Counselling/Psychotherapy Demonstrated training experience with counselling students Strong grasp of counselling ethics and integrative practice Effective team coordination and assessment skills Excellent written and verbal communication COSCA/BACP Accredited Trainer (Diploma level)

Desirable:

Qualified and practicing relationship/couple's counsellor Experience with SCQF Level 11 qualifications SQA Qualification Verification experience SMHFA Trainer qualification or supervision certificate

Why Work With Us?

Be part of a mission-driven organisation making a real difference Work in a dynamic, supportive, and collaborative environment Contribute to professional standards in counselling and mental health

Ready to inspire the future of counselling?

Apply now on our website www.thespark.org.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 34,000.00-38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Financial planning services Free flu jabs Sabbatical Sick pay Transport links Work from home
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday Night shift Weekend availability
Education:

Master's (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

COSCA/BACP Accredited Trainer (preferred)
Work Location: In person