Detailed job description and main responsibilities Applicants are encouraged to read the job description and personal specification which are attached to this advert. Please contact the nominated person if any questions. Insight visits to NUH Life are strongly encouraged. Person specification Training and Qulifications Essential criteria Diploma/advanced diploma in counselling Registered with BACP Evidence of BICA accreditation (or evidence of working towards it) Continuing professional development to maintain registration Understand relevant sections of the current HFEA code of practice Desirable criteria Experience in development of and/or delivery of services to fertility patients /couples including sperm donors Experience Essential criteria Knowledge of a range of counselling procedures and techniques Able to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients, relatives/carers Evidence of ability to manage a caseload of patients/couples Communication and Relationship Skills Essential criteria Regular case discussion with senior colleagues Elicit and communicate highly sensitive information where patients/clients may be emotional/hostile Analytical and Judgement Skills Essential criteria Initial assessment of client/patient presenting with multiple complex issues Make decisions regarding referrals to specialist services Planning and Organisation Skills Essential criteria Manage own caseload, working with nursing and scientific staff in planning workload Work flexibly within the team according to workload and case-mix Work autonomously within Trust policies and BACP code of ethics Stay current in terms of regulation and guidance Physical Skills Essential criteria Write up patient/client case notes following therapy sessions Have proficient keyboard skills Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at the NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career! We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH. Applicants are kindly requested to refrain from using AI at any stage during the recruitment process. Closing Dates: Please submit your application form as soon as possible to avoid disappointment; we reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the published closing date if we receive a sufficient number of completed application forms. Communication: All communication related to your application will be via the email address you have provided. Please ensure you check your email account including your junk email regularly. Easy read application: If you have a disability and find online job applications difficult, you can use an easy read application form instead. To get this form, please email