Job Vacancy: Male Counsellor – Men’s Group Therapy (Genuine Occupational Requirement)

Location: North Somerset Community Hub, 30-31 Alexandra Parade, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1QZ
Pay: £14.00 – £17.00 per hour (depending on experience)
Job Type: Part-time, Fixed-Term (3 years)
Hours: Tuesdays, 9.00am – 13.00pm (4 hours per week)
Contract End Date: 31st October 2028

This post is 100% funded by The National Lottery Community Fund.

About Broadway Lodge

Broadway Lodge is one of the UK’s leading abstinence-based addiction treatment centres. Since 1974, our multidisciplinary team has helped transform thousands of lives through recovery from addiction to alcohol, illicit and prescription drugs, gambling, sex and gaming. We are immensely proud of our compassionate and professional team, who make Broadway Lodge what it is today.

Role Overview

We are seeking a male counsellor to join our aftercare team as part of the North Somerset Recovery Community Support Project by Broadway Lodge, funded by The National Lottery Community Fund. This role will facilitate our weekly men’s group therapy sessions — a safe, informal, and supportive space for men aged 18+ in recovery from addiction or experiencing mental health, trauma, or wellbeing challenges.

This post is open to male applicants only, in accordance with Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010, due to the therapeutic nature of the work.

Job Purpose

To plan, deliver and facilitate weekly men’s therapy sessions that promote recovery, wellbeing and emotional growth. The role supports men to explore their experiences safely, develop insight and resilience and build a supportive peer community within the wider recovery network.

Scope of Responsibilities

Facilitate weekly men’s group therapy sessions using a variety of therapeutic approaches.
Develop and maintain therapeutic relationships that support clients’ personal growth and recovery.
Promote education and awareness around mental health, addiction and emotional wellbeing.
Collaborate with colleagues, volunteers and community partners to deliver high-quality aftercare services.

Main Responsibilities

Maintain confidentiality and uphold Broadway Lodge’s values and standards at all times.
Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of your work.
Adhere to a recognised Code of Ethics and Practice (e.g. BACP, NCS, FDAP).
Participate in regular individual and group supervision sessions.
Contribute to maintaining a compassionate, safe and healthy working environment.
Engage in continuous professional development and training to maintain and enhance skills.
Explore creative and experiential approaches (e.g. walk-and-talk sessions, activity-based therapy), to enhance engagement and accessibility.
Support the ongoing development and quality improvement of the service.

General Expectations

Act as an ambassador for Broadway Lodge and its values.
Maintain confidentiality in respect of all client, staff and organisational matters.
Demonstrate compassion and understanding of rehabilitation care.
Work collaboratively within a multi-skilled, cross-departmental team.
Use available staff support systems to ensure wellbeing and effective practice.

Person Specification

Essential:

Qualification at Level 5 Diploma or Degree in Counselling, Psychotherapy or a related field.
Membership (or eligibility) of a recognised professional body (e.g. BACP, UKCP, NCPS).
Experience facilitating groups and/or working with men’s wellbeing or recovery issues.
Strong commitment to professional boundaries, confidentiality and ethical practice.

Desirable:

Experience or interest in addiction recovery, trauma or community work.
Openness to innovative approaches such as walk-and-talk therapy or activity-based sessions.

Benefits

25 days annual leave (rising to 30) plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time employees)
Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme
Health care cash plan
Life insurance
Employee wellbeing programme
Individual and group supervision
Internal training programme (SEED)

How to Apply

Please email your CV and completed application form to: humanresources@broadwaylodge.org.uk by midnight on Sunday 14th December 2025.

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Safe Recruitment

Broadway Lodge is committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting all those we care for and serve. Employment is subject to two satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS disclosure with adults barred list check. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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