Faculty Appointment: Counselling Pathway Lead and Lecturer

Nazarene Theological College invites applications for a Counselling BA Pathway Lead and Lecturer. The successful candidate will lead our newly approved Counselling pathway, which is a part of our BA in Theology. This new pathway meets professional counselling accreditation requirements and seeks to integrate counselling training with theology, spirituality, and community development. The candidate will lecture, tutor, and provide professional development for students on this pathway and will work with our broader Practical, Social, and Pastoral Theology team and students. The post holder must be a practising counsellor and be accredited with the BACP or equivalent UK professional body. The successful candidate will also have prior teaching experience. It is desirable that the candidate will also possess a PhD or intends working towards one.  A research profile and research supervision experience is desirable, which would allow the candidate to join our research supervision team. Skills in administration will also be an advantage. 

The current salary range is £26,800-£38,700, dependent on experience and qualifications. There is the possibility that this role could include some senior administrative quality assurance responsibilities, although these tasks are not listed below. If you have skills and experience in quality assurance matters and would be interested in this responsibility, then indicate in your application. This additional responsibility would be reflected in the salary offered.

The preferred start date for the post is 1 July 2025 but alternative dates would be considered. This post is not designed for remote working. The appointment will initially be for a one-year probationary period, with the expectation of a permanent rolling contract to take effect subsequently. The closing date for applications is January 15th, 2025. First interviews will be in late January.  Candidate(s) who are selected for the final shortlist will be requested to attend an on-site interview process (including a presentation), with times to be arranged. All appointments are subject to approval by the NTC Board of Governors, and to satisfactory references.

In accordance with the Equality Act 2010 it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practising Christian, and we expect the post holder to adhere to the values of the College.

Main Responsibilities of the Post 

1. Oversee the BA in Theology, Counselling pathway, including assessment, delivery, placements and future staff.
2. Undergraduate teaching of counselling units (in person and, occasionally, online), with MA teaching and doctoral supervision being a possibility.
3. Remain an active and an accredited counsellor with the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists or similar accrediting body.
4. Professional and clinical oversight of students in line with SCoPEd course standards.
5. Develop and maintain an active research and publishing profile.
6. Pastoral care and professional development of students.
7. Administration: participate in academic committees as required. 

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