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Volunteer Vacancies

We have over 40 volunteer counsellors, many of whom have been with the service for more than ten years. CCIWBS is an integrative counselling service and we welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds. 

 

We offer our counsellors CPD, supervision and opportunities for peer support. For counsellors in training, hours worked with CCIWBS may count towards formal training hours. 

 

Please check the post below for volunteer counsellor vacancies.

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Become a volunteer counsellor 

CCIWBS is an integrative counselling service and we welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds. 

 

Counsellors must either be qualified or be in a formal training programme and have at least 70 supervised client hours. Relevant experience in another role may be transferable.  

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We offer supervision in line with BACP training requirements. If you are a counsellor in training, hours worked with CCIWBS may count towards your formal training hours. ​​​​

Volunteer Counsellors
Placement supervisor

Application Process

Our application process has three stages: application, interview and induction weekend.

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The timeline for our next recruitment round is as follows:

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  • Applications closing on Friday, 10 September 2025 at 5 pm. 

  • Group interview on Tuesday, 23 September from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. 

  • Induction weekend Saturday, 27 September from 2 pm to 5 pm and Sunday, 28 September from 10 am to 1 pm â€‹

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Placement offers will be made after the induction weekend on condition of two satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check (including adults barred list).  

How to apply

Step 1

Download the placement description and role and person specification for your information.

Step 2

Go to our online application form to submit your application. 

What will happen next?

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to the group interview by 17 September 2025. Due to the volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

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