Job Description:
Co-Tutor for 2 cohorts Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Introduction
The CPCAB Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (TC-L4) 420 hours, is delivered part time over 2
academic years. The course is co-tutored but you will not both be present at every session. It’s the
responsibility of the two tutors to decide each tutor’s timetable, input and which sessions should be
double-tutored.
More information about the courses can be obtained from www.cpcab.co.uk. CPCAB require that
one tutor is named as the core-tutor and ask for a higher minimum level of experience for this person
(see person specification). Both tutors are on the same pay rate and share the responsibilities
equally.
Course Content and Delivery
1.
To work with the co-tutor to offer a systematic, planned scheme of work with clearly defined
aims and objectives achievable within an agreed timescale.
2.
To work through group process with the co-tutor.
3.
To use/devise teaching materials that are appropriate to the subject, targeted at the
appropriate level(s) for individual learners.
4.
To promote equal opportunities within the classroom through the use of non-discriminatory
teaching materials and methods which respect the status of people who traditionally underachieve, are under-represented in the group or adults with learning disabilities.
5.
To interview, with the co-tutor, prospective candidates.
Monitoring and Evaluation
6.
To monitor and assess individual learner’s progress and refer learners to sources of
support and other classes within the Centre, as appropriate.
7.
To undertake regular course evaluation and identify appropriate action.
8.
To complete weekly attendance registers.
9.
To follow up the initial absence or withdrawal of learners and advise the relevant
Programme Manager of any additional action which needs to be taken.
Other
10. To liaise and work with the co-tutor in all aspects of the course.
11. To be responsible for Health & Safety in your work area and give clear fire instructions
to learners on your course(s).
12. To liaise with the Programme Manager and other Swarthmore Centre staff, as
appropriate.
13. Occasional voluntary and paid attendance at staff meetings.
14. Willingness to undertake training/re-training, as appropriate.
15. Attendance at periodic tutor review meetings.
16. To attend CPCAB standardisation when required – usually once every two years.
17. To conduct referral interviews with prospective clients of Swarthmore’s Counselling Service in
order to allocate to a trainee counsellor from your diploma. (This is paid extra at one-hour tutor
rate to cover the referral and monitoring.)
Pay:
£21.10p per hour qualified. (under review)
Hours: As co-tutor, you will be required to work up to 180 hours per year course contact.
In addition, you will be paid tutor liaison and assessment time appropriate to the the
no. of hours delivered @ half the tutor rate. There is an assumption that tutor’s are paid at a rate
where 1 hour’s planning and preparation is included in every 2 hours delivery.
Course Times:
Monday Diploma (Year 1):
9.30am-4.30pm for 32 weeks per year (school terms)
+ a one-night residential in year 1 and two Saturdays each year
Wednesday Diploma (Year 2):
9.30am – 4.30pm for 32 weeks per year (school terms)
Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling: Co-Tutor Person Specification
Essential
Counselling Diploma
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Experience of personal therapy
Practising Counsellor
450 hours post qualification practice (core-tutor)
Member of a professional counselling association
Have taught counselling skills to at least Certificate level
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Desirable
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Have a teaching qualification or a commitment to gaining one
within the next year
Supervisor in counselling or related field (core-tutor)
Commitment to Person-centred counselling
Knowledge of other therapies
An understanding of working with group process
Be efficient in doing and clearly recording assessment processes
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Able to work effectively with a co-tutor, to develop the course and
respond to group and external needs.
Able to plan and deliver an appropriate course with the co-tutor
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A practical commitment to Swarthmore’s Equal Opportunities
Policy
Able to implement appropriate Health and Safety procedures
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Experience of running or being involved in a therapy group.
Experience of equal opportunities training
Experience of team work
Accredited with a professional organisation
Experience of teaching students from diverse backgrounds
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Able to give and receive constructive feedback
Education to degree level
A commitment to attend a residential weekend in Y1 each year
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