Counselling and psychotherapy team manager jobs in london
Do you want to make a positive difference to the health and wellbeing of women?Kingston Women’s Centre (KWC) is looking for a qualified and experienced female Counselling Manager to join our team of dedicated professionals.
KWC is a highly regarded and well-established charity providing counselling and therapy within a safe and caring environment for women of all backgrounds in and around Kingston upon Thames.
Due to the nature of our services, applications are invited from women only.This is a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) as set out in the Equality Act 2010.We welcome and encourage applications from women of all backgrounds.
This pivotal role encompasses counsellor and supervisor recruitment and placement co-ordination, facilitating group supervisor meetings, overseeing the assessment process and client waiting list, contributing to ad hoc projects such as written bids for fundraising and acting as Safeguarding Lead. The Counselling Manager must have experience of managing and supervising counsellors in training and the ability to engage with people at all levels including the Admin and Clinical staff and Board of Trustees, a BA/MA in counselling/psychotherapy and Accreditation with BACP or UKCP. We would also require a minimum three years post-qualification with complex client work and experience as a clinical supervisor
This key position is exceptional in its variety of opportunities and responsibilities; you will have the advantage of being able to work flexible hours, managed by the Centre Manager and supported by our Clinical Trustee. An added benefit is the opportunity to rent a room at low cost within the building for the counselling of private clients should the successful applicant be currently working part time in private practice.
If you are interested in applying, please look at the full details on Kingston Women’s Centre’s website
The closing date for applications is 4th October 2025.
Our aim is to provide counselling and therapy for women of all backgrounds in and around Kingston Upon Thames in a warm, safe and caring environment
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Centre 33 offers a free and confidential counselling service to young people aged 13-25, living in Cambridgeshire & Peterborough. We have a team of volunteer counsellors / therapists, from a range of modalities and backgrounds, some of whom are on clinical placement and others fully qualified. We also have a substantial team of Mental Health & Counselling Project Workers who are qualified to a minimum of Level 4 and support young people experiencing a range of difficulties, including more complex presentations that sit outside of the statutory offer. Case work includes ongoing counselling (in person, telephone and Zoom)- applying a short term model of 6 sessions (with option to extend to 12 in specific cases) alongside assessment and a ‘single session thinking’ approach.
Young people can access our counselling provision via our ‘Someone to Talk to Service’ which offers a ‘drop in’ triage to gain a holistic understanding of needs prior to joining a waiting list for intervention. Centre 33 also sits within the ‘YOUnited’ partnership- a single point of access for professional referrals where we work closely with CPFT, CCS and Ormiston Families to ensure needs are meet by the appropriate service.
In addition to the counselling service, we have other front line teams holding complex case work of young people experiencing mental health difficulties.
Clinical Supervisor Role Description
Centre 33’s Clinical Supervisors are self-employed consultants, remunerated on an hourly basis for their work with us.
Principle Duties
The supervisor’s primary responsibility is to provide supervisees with professional consultancy for their work. Supervisors are expected to:
Offer regular fortnightly supervision to counsellors - a total of approx. 20 hours per year per counsellor.
Oversee the professional integrity of the work the counsellor is doing. ·
Be a resource for the professional development of the counsellor and to identify training needs for individual counsellors or the group as a whole. ·
Take part in six month probationary review of new counsellors and annual appraisal of counsellors. ·
Engage in annual 121 meetings with Clinical Lead to review supervisory practice.
Keep professional boundaries about confidentiality appropriately within Centre 33 and outside it, and assist the counsellor to do so too.
Be familiar with and act within the policies, guidelines and ethos of Centre 33 and the BACP code of ethics & practice, and to support the counsellor to do the same.
Be available to counsellors in crisis work, if required.
Liaise regularly with the MH&C Senior/Team Leads/Clinical leads and inform them of any concerns (s)he may have about the supervisee's competence, engagement or professionalism.
Attend bi- monthly Supervisors’ meetings and feedback on processes and policies Centre 33 develops in relation the Mental Health and Counselling work · Ensure that all supervisory administration is undertaken as appropriate
Ensure their own supervision, professional development, accreditation or professional registration requirements are fulfilled with particular focus in remaining updated on themes effecting clients in the C33 age range.
Maintain excellent standards of communication and organisation around sessions. Ensure supervision sessions are scheduled in a clear and timely manner and cancellations, absences and annual leave are communicated appropriately to both supervisee and Clinical Lead.
Be open to offer supervision where deemed appropriate to non-clinical staff either on ad-hoc single session or ongoing basis.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Significant and demonstrable experience pre and post qualification. counsellor/psychotherapist
Experience of working with Volunteers and/or Placement counsellors
Experience of supervising Counsellors with Multiple theoretical orientations
Experience of counselling and/ or offering supervision to counsellors working with children and young adults
Experience of supporting complex risk assessment and management and safeguarding issues
Desirable
A minimum of two years’ experience post training as a clinical supervisor
Experience of working as part of a team and supervising groups
Experience of offering counselling trainings and workshops
Experience of working with and contributing to the development of agency policies and procedures
Qualifications and Training
Essential
Level 4 or equivalent in counselling/psychotherapy
Registration / Accreditation with UKCP / BACP or equivalent
Training and qualification in clinical supervision
Knowledge
Essential
Extensive knowledge of therapeutic theories, practice and interventions.
Extensive knowledge of clinical supervision theory and practice
Extensive knowledge of issues affecting the mental health of young people
Extensive knowledge of child and adult safeguarding and child protection issues
Desirbale
Knowledge of referral processes and the statutory services working with children and young adults
Other
Essential
Open and inclusive attitude to Equal Opportunities and diversity principles in all aspects of work
Effective oral and written communication skills
Excellent time management with ability to multi-task
Suitable premises/access to secure online platform from which to offer supervision to counsellors/ therapists
All roles at Centre 33 may involve access to information about young people and as such all new employees and volunteers will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us.
This will depend on the nature of the position and circumstances and background of your offences.
Our Vision is for a future where all young people are listened to, respected and supported





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Part time role for 21 hours/three days per week, for a committed, motivated and suitably qualified individual to deliver counselling for people dealing with issues related to their sexual health, including people living with HIV.
METRO, in partnership with Turning Point, NAZ and London Friend, deliver a model of sexual health support throughout the three London boroughs of Hammersmith and Fulham, Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster.
We are seeking a committed, motivated and suitably qualified individual to deliver counselling for people dealing with issues related to their sexual health, including people living with HIV within the Support and Advice on Sexual Health (SASH) programme.
The post holder will deliver high-quality person-centred service within a busy inner London environment. The clients are from diverse communities affected by sexual health and mental health issues. The role will support staff to work with people from diverse communities such as LGBTQ+ and the Global Majorities.
Turning Point is the lead partner for the contract, and a matrix staffing model is in place. The post-holder will work within the partnership and be line-managed by METRO SASH Counselling Services Manager, and work alongside staff from other agencies. The role will also be clinically supervised via an independent supervisor arranged through METRO.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Children and Young People’s Clinical Practitioner £41,000 - £44,380 dependent on experience. 17.5 hours a week Job share role, Minimum 2 days a week in the office
Rape Crisis South London is looking for a skilled and experienced professional who is passionate about improving the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead on the delivery of the South West London (SWL) Child Sexual Abuse Early Emotional Support Service for the CYP service. Working closely with the NHS and Schools you will manage a small specialist counselling team ensuring high-quality, trauma informed support for our young people who have experienced sexual violence. It is essential that you have a good working knowledge of Safeguarding legislation for children and adults, as well as child development.
You will have excellent communication and organisational skills and an ability to develop partnerships with schools, families, funders and other key stakeholders. You will hold a relevant professional qualification in counselling or psychotherapy and be registered with the BACP/UKCP or equivalent. You will have significant experience of working therapeutically with children and young people, ideally in the contexts of trauma or abuse.
Responsible to the Clinical Lead for CYP you will also provide additional support in the management and allocation of referrals, as well as provide additional support and advice as required to the wider CYP Service.
The post is open to female applicants only as the role is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
RCSL is an equal opportunities employer, and we are particularly keen to receive applications from women underrepresented in management and leadership roles in the violence against women and girls movement.
Closing date: 25th July 2025
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. We strongly advise you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment,
Please submit your application in PDF format.
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The postholder will develop and lead fundraising and partnerships, raising crucial funds to support MumsAid’s growth. We are looking for an experienced, versatile fundraiser who can hit the ground running, bring a holistic approach and work with a range of donors and funders to help MumsAid develop a sustainable income pipeline.
This role has strategic accountability for fundraising and managing funder relationships. You will lead our competitive tendering and grant application work, and develop our corporate partnerships.
This is a part-time post, flexible on location, although some travel within the UK may be required. The role will provide support at fundraising events, requiring some occasional evening and weekend commitments (for which time in lieu will be granted).
Main Duties
Leadership and Management:
· Work alongside the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Board (particularly the Fundraising and Marketing Subgroup) to proactively identify potential sources of funding and realise opportunities for growth.
· Devise and develop appropriate strategies, produce and deliver strong proposals and pitches.
· Provide knowledge of current fundraising practice and develop a consistent working strategy that is sustainable.
· Assist in informing long-term financial/business planning and clarifying priorities.
· Support the SLT and Board in developing a comprehensive framework for reporting on the charity’s impact, including to funders.
Oversee and support monitoring submissions.
Fundraising:
· Develop, implement and evaluate a fundraising strategy in line with MumsAid’s priorities, to include key areas of focus – fundraising from trusts and foundations, statutory fundraising, corporate fundraising, to secure c. £500k over the next 2 years.
· Research, formulate and write applications, bids and tenders, including to statutory funders and trusts and foundations, coordinating with other team members for input as necessary.
· Build strong relationships with existing and potential funders, partners and stakeholders.
· Write reports for funders to meet deadlines and submit further applications for existing funders where appropriate.
· Work with the SLT and Board to develop and maintain strong relationships with commissioners, funders, partners and corporate organisations to ensure good communication about organisational/project progress, address any issues that arise, and identify new income streams.
Organisational and General Duties:
· Maximise fundraising efficiency by using and developing our CRM to ensure there is a clear process for recording and managing fundraising activity.
· Contribute to the financial planning, budgeting and management accounts process.
· Contribute to the development of MumsAid’s understanding and communication of our Return on Investment (ROI).
· Report regularly on KPIs, monitoring and evaluating against social impact and ROI.
· Develop and manage a reporting schedule for the Board and funders to ensure monitoring and reporting is in done in an effective manner in line with organisational priorities, tracking restricted and unrestricted income, project development and targets.
· Maintain awareness of fundraising and charity law and ensure that activity adheres to relevant legislation and guidance.
Communications and Marketing:
Liaise with colleagues to help shape and implement our marketing and communications plan, ensuring our reputation is upheld and our knowledge is shared through positive, consistent and accurate communications and messaging.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Promote and support equality, diversity and inclusion, e.g., ensuring that the views and voices of MumsAid’s service users are considered in all aspects of fundraising initiatives, including in the discussions of need and impact.
About You
· You will be passionate about our mission and see yourself as part of a highly motivated team helping MumsAid exceed its goals.
· You will be the face of our organisation in many ways, so you will have experience of, and enjoy, representing an organisation externally at events, conferences and more.
· You’ll be driven to maximise income from funding/partnership opportunities through your proven negotiation and influencing abilities, with a natural confidence and enthusiasm.
· You’ll be goal orientated and not defeated by rejection, deadlines or pressure to move in a fast-paced environment.
· You’ll value excellence in relationship management and bring energy and motivation to inspire others to support our charity.
· You’ll be proactive and versatile in your approach and value the opportunity to grow and shape a new role.
Key Experience and Skills:
· Proven track record of working with trusts and foundations, corporate and statutory funders, including expertise in writing applications and stewarding grants.
· Experience of major donor fundraising.
· Ability to bring creative ideas to the table that mirror our strategic direction.
· Financial literacy and management experience, confidence in working with budgets, creating a financial narrative, and working with databases.
· Demonstrably outstanding written communication skills with the ability to write compelling copy, tailored to a range of audiences and platforms.
· Proven track record of building positive relationships with funders, partners, volunteers, and supporters; you may already have a network of relationships this role could benefit from.
· Articulate speaker, able to present and repackage complex information in succinct and digestible format.
· Microsoft Office proficient, Proficient with Word, Excel and able to put together PowerPoint presentations.
· Ability to develop strategies, operational plans and KPIs in collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders.
· Excellent working knowledge of voluntary sector funding streams.
· Excellent teamwork skills but with the ability to work independently.
· Proactive and confident in using own initiative and prioritising workloads.
Desirable Experience and Skills:
· Experience of representing an organisation externally, e.g., through presentations, events, conferences.
· Experience of working closely with communications and/or marketing to optimise fundraising and profile-raising opportunities.
· Experience in using a CRM system to support relationship management and reporting.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Policy Research Manager
Permanent
Salary: £45,000 - £47,000 per annum, plus benefits
London N1
Full time – 37.5 hours a week
We're a hybrid working employer, meaning you're required to come into the office at least 2 days per week currently Tuesday, and Wednesday or Thursday.
Closing date: 5pm, 5th October 2025
First Interviews: w/c 13th October 2025
Second Interviews: 21st and 22nd October 2025
It’s an exciting time to join World Cancer Research Fund International’s policy team as we develop the next phase of our policy tools and resources. WCRF International leads and unites a global network of cancer prevention charities based in Europe and the Americas, providing the science, policy, and strategic direction that guides their work to prevent cancer worldwide.
We are recruiting a Senior Policy Research Manager to lead WCRF’s flagship policy tools, including NOURISHING, MOVING and the Blueprint for Cancer Prevention. You will translate the latest science into actionable policy recommendations, deliver high-quality research projects, and represent WCRF externally to maximise our national and international impact.
We are looking for a candidate with strong policy research expertise, experience in evidence-based advocacy, and the ability to turn complex science into clear policy solutions. You will bring an innovative approach, including exploring new methods such as AI, and be skilled at working across teams and with external stakeholders.
You will have a proven track record in managing policy tools or research projects, building collaborations and engaging senior decision-makers. Strong communication, leadership and stakeholder skills are essential to support WCRF’s strategy and enhance the influence of the Policy & Public Affairs team.
Application Details:
If you are interested in this role and feel you possess the necessary requirements, please submit a current CV and covering letter (maximum 2 pages) by the closing date. You must have current right to work in the UK.
Please note: Your cover letter should highlight how your skills and experience will benefit WCRF International and equip you for the role.Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to provide feedback to shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
WCRF is a UK cancer prevention charity. We look at how diet, weight and physical activity affect the risk of developing and surviving cancer.
Corporate Fundraising Manager
Permanent
Salary: £42,000 to £47,000 per annum, plus benefits
Full time – 37.5 hours a week
London N1
We're a hybrid working employer, meaning you're currently required to come into the office a minimum of 2 days per week, currently Tuesday and Wednesday or Thursday.
The role is being advertised as full-time, but we would consider someone working 4 days per week pro-rata.
Closing date: 5pm, Monday 22nd September 2025
First Interviews: w/c 29th September 2025
Second interviews (optional): w/c 6th October 2025
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Corporate Fundraising Manager has arisen at World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF); the UK’s leading cancer prevention charity focusing on the link between cancer and risk factors such as diet, body weight and physical activity.
We are seeking an outstanding corporate fundraising professional to join our Fundraising Development team. This is a key role for the organisation, proactively leading on new business; delivering mid and high-value partnerships and maintaining a healthy and active pipeline of new prospects to support the long-term sustainability of our work. The successful candidate will develop compelling proposals and pitches to build new relationships and provide excellent stewardship for existing corporate partners. They will manage and deliver the Corporate Partnerships strategy, annual operational plan, and income forecasting and develop accurate annual budgets and forecasts, monitoring performance against plan and setting KPIs and targets.
We are looking for an individual able to demonstrate a significant track record of success in achieving and exceeding set income targets in corporate fundraising as well as developing and delivering a corporate fundraising strategy, annual budgets, and delivery plans. Excellent written and creative skills, with experience in developing engaging proposals and applications for funding is crucial as is the ability to organise, prioritise, and deliver high-quality work to tight deadlines. Strong networking skills with the ability to manage high-profile relationships professionally and tactfully are essential.
Application Details:
If you are interested in this role and feel you possess the necessary requirements, please submit a current CV and covering letter (maximum 2 pages) by the closing date.
You must have current right to work in the UK.
Please note: Your cover letter should highlight how your skills and experience will benefit WCRF and equip you for the role.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to provide feedback to shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
WCRF is a UK cancer prevention charity. We look at how diet, weight and physical activity affect the risk of developing and surviving cancer.