Volunteer Student Counsellor Placement

Volunteer Student Counsellor Placement

Part Time, Edinburgh

As we expand our work at direction, we are looking for a Volunteer Student Counsellor to join our friendly team in Edinburgh, on a part time basis.

The successful candidate will hold the following essential attributes:

• Currently studying for a Diploma, Degree or Post Graduate qualification in Counselling/Psychotherapy.
• Working towards being a member of BACP and/or COSCA, working within these professional body’s ethical practice, confidential framework and recognised standards.
• High ethical standards of practice.
• Excellent standard of verbal and written English communication skills.
• Ability to carry out all work with a friendly, professional, and ethical approach.
• Provide evidence of Supervision, continuous professional development, and course attendance.
• Possess own Professional Indemnity Insurance.

• The ability to work well on your own with minimum supervision, using personal initiative.
• Disciplined, organised and thorough, with an attention to detail.
• A commitment to providing excellent client care.
• A willingness to contribute to the development of a useful learning environment for self and others.
• Be computer literate, proficient with online booking systems and online client appointments.
• A commitment to equal opportunities.

Key Responsibilities of this role:

• Provide counselling/psychotherapy services for individuals face to face in Edinburgh and online via TEAMS/Zoom or via telephone.

• Be available for at least 3hrs per week and for 2 of these hours to take place in one evening per week.
• Be able to travel to Edinburgh City Centre for Face-to-Face sessions.
• Ensure all client contact and personal details are obtained and stored in line with GDPR regulations and our company data protection policy.
• Accurately record necessary session notes for each client/organisation.
• Liaise and communicate effectively with other direction team members.

To apply for this position, please email a copy of your CV and covering letter to enquiries@direction.org.uk. In your covering letter please also outline your availability and any upcoming holidays.

Applications will only be accepted where a CV and covering letter have been submitted.

Please note we are unable to cover the cost of regular travel to Edinburgh City Centre, therefore please only apply if you live a commutable distance from Edinburgh.

Closing date for applications – 10^th August 2025