Lecturer in Counselling (London)

About GBS

GBS (Global Banking School) is a rapidly growing higher education provider dedicated to widening participation and transforming lives through accessible, career focused education. Our mission is rooted in social mobility, community impact and academic excellence. With campuses across the UK, we are committed to creating inclusive learning environments where students thrive academically, personally and professionally.

About the Role

We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Lecturers in Counselling to teach on our BSc Psychology with Counselling programme. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about education, widening participation, and supporting students from diverse backgrounds. It is also well‑suited for those who wish to bring practical experience from real‑world counselling practice into their teaching.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high quality, engaging teaching sessions across undergraduate Psychology modules.
  • Design, plan and update teaching materials that reflect current research, industry practice and pedagogical innovation.

Essential Skills and Experience

  • A Master’s degree (MSc or equivalent Level 7 qualification) in Counselling, Psychotherapy, Psychology, or an aligned field. 
  • Membership of an appropriate professional body with a complaints procedure to which you are subject.
  • Familiarity with, and agreement to work within, the current BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.
  • Experience of teaching in UK higher education.

Desirable Skills and Experience

  • Current BACP counsellor/psychotherapist accreditation or be registered with an appropriate professional body to an equivalent level 
  • In current or previous supervised practice as a counsellor
  • A Doctoral level qualification in counselling and/ or a demonstrable track record in research or other scholarly activity of relevance to counselling and/or demonstrable success at an equivalent level professionally. 
  • Teaching qualification: PGCHE, MA in HE Practice or FHEA etc 
  • A Doctoral level qualification in counselling and/or a demonstrable track record in research or other scholarly activity of relevance to counselling and/or demonstrable success at an equivalent level professionally. 

The Recruitment Process

  • Short Application process
  • 1 Stage interview process lasting 1 hour with Micro-Teach
  • 2 weeks onboarding Process

Why You’ll Love Working with Us 

  • 33 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays) 
  • +1 extra day per year of service (up to 5) 
  • Option to buy/sell up to 5 days 

Flexible Benefits 

  • Cycle to Work 
  • Workplace Nursery 
  • Tech scheme 
  • Health & Dental cover 
  • Women’s Health support (Hertility) 

…and more 

 Wellbeing & Rewards 

  • Perks@Work discounts 
  • EAP & discounted Gym membership 
  • Annual performance bonus 
  • £500 employee referral bonus 

 Ready to Make an Impact? Apply today (via the 'Apply' button above) and help shape the future of our students. 

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