School Counsellor (Peacehaven Community School)

Hours of work: 22.5 Hours

Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc.

(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Wednesday 2 September 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Peacehaven Community School

Greenwich Way

Peacehaven

East Sussex

BN10 8RB

Phone: 01273 581100

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.phcs.org.uk

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

● Peacehaven Community School

● £39,260 - £43,132 Fte - Sat G

● £20,626 - £22,660 Pro Rata

● 22.5 hours per week

● Term Time + 5 staff development days

● October 2026 start

● Interviews: w/c 7th September 2026

Peacehaven Community School is seeking to recruit a qualified and experienced School Counsellor to join our SEND team. We are particularly interested in employing a candidate who will have positive communication & listening skills, with a patient, tolerant and sensitive nature.

The candidate will be:

• Able to provide an independent and confidential counselling service to students responding to their personal, social, emotional or education concerns.
• Provide one to one counselling sessions to students.
• Implement a robust referral and case management system to ensure all students can access appropriate counselling support within a timely manner.

Please note that interviews may be held prior to the application closing date.

At this stage agencies need not apply.

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Join us to benefit from:

● Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution

● Enhanced Maternity Pay

● Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme

● Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive

● Access to training and development

● On-site Parking

● Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants

● Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice

● Cycle to Work scheme

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Claire Willis at [email protected] or 01273 581100.

Applications should be made by submitting a SAT Application Form to [email protected]. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact [email protected] or 01795 905989.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

Recruitment Pack

Application Form

Additional Information

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.