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About this Role
HEARTS Academy Trust are pleased to offer placement opportunities for Trainee Counsellors looking to completeclinicalcounselling hours towards yourqualification.HEARTSoffer placements for trainees working with children and young people and trainees working with adults.All we ask is for a minimum 1 academic year commitment.
The Trust is a progressive and supportive organisation that believes in providing opportunities for everyone. We haveestablishedpartnerships with further education institutions, including colleges and universities, to offer clinical placements for trainee counsellors within the HEARTS network. These placements focus on supporting children, parents, and colleagues.
Testimonials from HEARTS Trainee Counsellors
HEARTS Academy Trust's induction was very thorough, I felt comfortable and confident in the schools I was working in. I knew who I needed to talk to etc, and the policies and procedures of each school. My placement was a very positive experience and I enjoyed my time at HEARTS
Although placements can feel daunting, the experience I had with HEARTS couldn't have made me feel more at ease. From the induction, through to the actual role, I felt fully supported. HEARTS went above and beyond to ensure that across all school settings, they had someone on hand if I needed some guidance. Nothing ever felt too big or too silly to ask. I didn't just feel as though I was there for work experience I felt like a valid member of the team. I feel the client work given gave me a well-rounded experience, the opportunities for extra training & broader experiences exceeded expectations setting me up for my career ahead. Compared to other colleagues within my learning group my placement gave greater care, consistency, and support which I believe is paramount when entering the world of mental health.
The level of support, guidance and professionalism I receive as a Trainee Counsellor on placement is outstanding. I love being part of the HEARTS family
You can learn more about the Trust and the mental health support we offer by visiting our website:https://heartsacademytrust.co.uk/about/hearts-mental-health-support/
To learn more, please get in touch:recruitment@heartsacademytrust.uk / 01268 572672and we will put you in touch with our Trust Counsellor and Senior Mental Health Lead.
Information about the School
HEARTS is a small innovative Academy Trust of six primary schools and an alternative provision for pupils with SEMH challenges. All provisions are based in the south of Essex. Our values are central to all that we do. We work tirelessly to ensure that happiness, equity, achievement, resilience, truth and spirituality are embedded into the curriculum. Our pupils are well-rounded individuals who are ready to face the challenges offered to them. These values are at the heart of all we do and fundamental to our working relationships as well as our pupils' learning. We have high expectations of our employees and offer support and continued development opportunities for all. We expect our employees to live the HEARTS values in their work and relationships with other employees and the community.
The Trustees are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, online searches, medical check, prohibited from teaching check and references. References are taken up prior to interview. A copy of the Trusts Child Protection Policy is available on our website:- https://www.heartsacademytrust.co.uk/trust-information/policies
We can offer you:
an excellent CPD entitlement with purposeful training, including Trust-wide twilights throughout the year
a two-week October half-term
supportive colleagues who want to provide the best possible opportunities for their pupils
a highly effective learning environment
a responsive and involved leadership team
the HEARTS four-day face-to-face teaching week model whereby all teachers in the trust receive 20% non-contact time. This goes above and beyond the national entitlement of 10% PPA.
a school with a highly positive culture that supports all staff; mental health, workload and wellbeing are at the forefront of our vision and values
access to our school counsellor and network of Mental Health and Wellbeing champions
For further information about HEARTS, including policies and procedures, please refer to our website: www.heartsacademytrust.co.uk