MYPAS is a dynamic, values-driven organisation supporting the health and wellbeing of young people. We recently completed a successful competitive tendering process, winning the contract to deliver the Schools Counselling Service on behalf of Scottish Borders Council.

We are seeking suitably qualified and experienced counsellors to join our existing School Counselling team in the Scottish Borders to deliver this service to young people in the Scottish Borders. This is a rare opportunity to join a growing service, work within a dedicated team, and make a measurable difference to the lives of children and young people aged 10–18 in the Scottish Borders.

The postholder will be responsible for providing counselling with children and young people aged 10-18 who attend school or live within the Scottish Borders. The postholder will be attached to specific High School cluster(s).

Qualified to MSC/Diploma level in a counselling therapeutic discipline, a member of a recognised professional body (e.g. BACP, COSCA) and have experience of working with children and young people, you will also be committed to delivering a service according to best practice and within community settings.

The postholder will work within a multi-disciplinary environment and work effectively with other agencies, especially schools, in partnership settings.

This post may require evening and occasional weekend work: some evening and weekend work may be necessary – based on advance notice and a TOIL system.

Special conditions:

· The contract will initially run until 31st March 2028

· The post will involve some planned early evening working and occasional weekend working – based on advance notice and a TOIL system

· You must be able to travel across the Scottish Borders and will be required to occasionally attend meetings in Midlothian or East Lothian

· MYPAS will contribute 6% to the company pension scheme

· The job will be initially on a 3 month probation period.

NOTE: We are open to both roles being combined and undertaken by one person.

In return for flexibility in working patterns and travel, we offer a supportive, reflective team culture, regular clinical and line management supervision, and opportunities for ongoing professional development. We also encourage autonomy and creativity in shaping your week to suit both the needs of the service and your own work–life balance.

Place of work: Counsellors will be linked to specific School Clusters with the Scottish Borders, however, travel throughout the region including operating from other venues will be required.

A full driving licence and access to transport or the ability to travel throughout the authority area are required. MYPAS reimburses mileage and supports remote working where appropriate and agreed by line management for administrative tasks.