Vacancy at The Birchall Trust
Freelance Adult Counsellor - Barrow
Salary
£ £35 per hour
Barrow
Vacancy listed
04/11/2026
Application deadline
18/11/2026
Details
JOB DESCRIPTION
Role: Adult Freelance Counsellor
Base: Barrow
Salary: £35 per hour.
Hours: Freelance - minimum of 8-10. clients over 2 days in each location.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are currently seeking an experienced adult therapist or counsellor to join our dedicated team at The Birchall Trust. In this role, you will provide specialist support, counselling, and therapeutic services to adults who have experienced sexual abuse, rape, or sexualised violence.
This is a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of survivors, offering trauma-informed care that promotes healing and empowerment. Alongside one-to-one therapy, there is scope to deliver pre-trial counselling and pre-counselling assessments.
You may also work with friends, family members, carers, and professionals, helping them to better understand the impact of sexual abuse and improve the support available to those affected.
Positions available in: Barrow in Furness, Blackpool/Fylde, East Lancs (Burnley/Pendle), Online
ABOUT YOU
As part of this role, you will be expected to work confidently within a multi-agency framework, managing your own caseload and safeguarding responsibilities with diligence and care.
You will be proficient in using a case management system to accurately record data, session notes, and outcomes, ensuring high standards of documentation and accountability.
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate our core values in every aspect of their work showing mutual respect for everyone we support, collaborate with, and serve through our services. You will be working within the ethical framework and code of conduct of a recognised professional body, and must have experience supporting individuals affected by trauma, particularly in the context of sexual abuse and violence.
A strong understanding of risk management and safety planning is essential, along with exceptional communication skills and the ability to work with other key services and organisations.
You will be able and willing to work in alignment with our policies and practices. In return, you will be supported through monthly case management, have access to CPD opportunities and be invited to Birchall events to help you grow and thrive.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
Recognised qualification in counselling or psychotherapy (minimum Diploma level 4 or 5) - min 100 hours counselling post qualification
Experience of working with each person using our services to ensure they feel empowered and have choice to lead their own recovery.
Demonstrable understanding of issues and nature surrounding rape and sexual abuse and knowledge of the impacts of sexual violence
Understanding and committing to working within trauma informed principles
Ability to work in a time limited way with planned sessions addressing each person’s priorities.
An understanding of safeguarding issues, managing risk and safety and the legal responsibilities surrounding such issues
You’ll need a solid understanding of key legislation including confidentiality, professional boundaries, data protection and GDPR, and equal opportunities
Experience of working autonomously to manage caseload, self administration and experience/ability to use case management systems
Commitment to delivering quality services, achieve results, working effectively to meet KPI’s and sharing knowledge and learning.
Able to use reflective practice to continually improve performance by learning from mistakes and celebrating success
Able to act with integrity and take personal accountability for your work.
Able to listen closely and communicates effectively with a variety of communities, agencies, and individuals.
Able to work in a flexible and responsive way to meet the gender and cultural needs of people using our services.
Desirable
Experience of working with rape, sexual abuse, trauma, anxiety, and depression
Experience of working in partnership with other agencies to ensure people can access other specialist services.
HOW TO APPLY
Thank you for showing an interest in applying for a role with The Birchall Trust. Please fill out our online Application Form, including a CV and a cover letter detailing detailing how your experience, skills and qualifications meet the essential requirements of the role, with relevant examples from your work or volunteering experience, and why you would like to work for The Birchall Trust specifically.
Alternately, go to our Vacancies Page on our website, select the job you would like to apply for and click the Apply Here button. Top Tip: Please leave up to 20 seconds for the form to submit. You will be redirected to the Equal Opportunities Form once it has been submitted. You will need to attach your most recent CV and you can upload any additional documents that you think will help with your application. If you require any further advice, please phone 01229 820828
Role: Adult Freelance Counsellor
Base: Barrow
Salary: £35 per hour.
Hours: Freelance - minimum of 8-10. clients over 2 days in each location.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are currently seeking an experienced adult therapist or counsellor to join our dedicated team at The Birchall Trust. In this role, you will provide specialist support, counselling, and therapeutic services to adults who have experienced sexual abuse, rape, or sexualised violence.
This is a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of survivors, offering trauma-informed care that promotes healing and empowerment. Alongside one-to-one therapy, there is scope to deliver pre-trial counselling and pre-counselling assessments.
You may also work with friends, family members, carers, and professionals, helping them to better understand the impact of sexual abuse and improve the support available to those affected.
Positions available in: Barrow in Furness, Blackpool/Fylde, East Lancs (Burnley/Pendle), Online
ABOUT YOU
As part of this role, you will be expected to work confidently within a multi-agency framework, managing your own caseload and safeguarding responsibilities with diligence and care.
You will be proficient in using a case management system to accurately record data, session notes, and outcomes, ensuring high standards of documentation and accountability.
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate our core values in every aspect of their work showing mutual respect for everyone we support, collaborate with, and serve through our services. You will be working within the ethical framework and code of conduct of a recognised professional body, and must have experience supporting individuals affected by trauma, particularly in the context of sexual abuse and violence.
A strong understanding of risk management and safety planning is essential, along with exceptional communication skills and the ability to work with other key services and organisations.
You will be able and willing to work in alignment with our policies and practices. In return, you will be supported through monthly case management, have access to CPD opportunities and be invited to Birchall events to help you grow and thrive.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
Recognised qualification in counselling or psychotherapy (minimum Diploma level 4 or 5) - min 100 hours counselling post qualification
Experience of working with each person using our services to ensure they feel empowered and have choice to lead their own recovery.
Demonstrable understanding of issues and nature surrounding rape and sexual abuse and knowledge of the impacts of sexual violence
Understanding and committing to working within trauma informed principles
Ability to work in a time limited way with planned sessions addressing each person’s priorities.
An understanding of safeguarding issues, managing risk and safety and the legal responsibilities surrounding such issues
You’ll need a solid understanding of key legislation including confidentiality, professional boundaries, data protection and GDPR, and equal opportunities
Experience of working autonomously to manage caseload, self administration and experience/ability to use case management systems
Commitment to delivering quality services, achieve results, working effectively to meet KPI’s and sharing knowledge and learning.
Able to use reflective practice to continually improve performance by learning from mistakes and celebrating success
Able to act with integrity and take personal accountability for your work.
Able to listen closely and communicates effectively with a variety of communities, agencies, and individuals.
Able to work in a flexible and responsive way to meet the gender and cultural needs of people using our services.
Desirable
Experience of working with rape, sexual abuse, trauma, anxiety, and depression
Experience of working in partnership with other agencies to ensure people can access other specialist services.
HOW TO APPLY
Thank you for showing an interest in applying for a role with The Birchall Trust. Please fill out our online Application Form, including a CV and a cover letter detailing detailing how your experience, skills and qualifications meet the essential requirements of the role, with relevant examples from your work or volunteering experience, and why you would like to work for The Birchall Trust specifically.
Alternately, go to our Vacancies Page on our website, select the job you would like to apply for and click the Apply Here button. Top Tip: Please leave up to 20 seconds for the form to submit. You will be redirected to the Equal Opportunities Form once it has been submitted. You will need to attach your most recent CV and you can upload any additional documents that you think will help with your application. If you require any further advice, please phone 01229 820828