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Counsellor - Community Wellbeing Service

The closing date is 26 February 2026

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Job summary

Could you bring compassionate, evidencebased counselling support to people across the Island when they need it most? The Community Wellbeing Service are looking for a caring and skilled individual to join their team as a Band 7 Counsellor.

Main duties of the job

In this role, you will provide an Island-wide counselling service to individuals sixteen years and over. You will be responsible for managing a dedicated caseload, including assessing, planning and delivering short term evidence-based therapeutic interventions for individuals experiencing mild to moderate mental health problems. If you are looking for a new challenge and feel this could be the role for you, we would love to hear from you!

About us

By joining Manx Care on the Isle of Man youll be stepping away from NHS pressures and demands, as the Islands healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS. We provide lots of opportunities for professional learning and CPD, this includes use of our well-resourced education and training centre. At many of our locations youll have access to free on-site car parking. People who relocate here can also get a refund on their National Insurance contributions for the first year of living here. In addition, we offer generous relocation packages for most of our roles! On the Isle of Man you can benefit from great lifestyle opportunities, a safe environment and great schools. Manx residents benefit from lower tax rates compared to most countries in the EU.

Details

Date posted

29 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£48,780 to £63,606 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

MCX-023608

Job locations

Ballakermeen Road (Manx Care)

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM1 4BR


Job description

Job responsibilities

A workplace that invests in you

Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.

A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.

Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.

Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.

Free on-site car parking.

Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state-of-the-art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.

Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.

Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.

Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.

Accommodation may be available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents, subject to availability.

A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A workplace that invests in you

Enjoy higher salaries compared to the UK, along with annual salary increases that extend beyond typical UK NHS pay scales.

A generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and 10 Public Holidays.

Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.

Step away from NHS pressures and demands! The Island’s healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS.

Free on-site car parking.

Our on-site education and training centre, Keyll Darree, comprises a lecture theatre, well stocked medical library, training facilities and a state-of-the-art simulation lab which is operated by trained simulation practitioners.

Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years’ service.

Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.

Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.

Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.

Accommodation may be available for the first 6 months in your role at a reduced rate for non-Island residents, subject to availability.

A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Recognised professional counselling qualification to diploma level or equivalent
  • Registered Mental Nurse on NMC register and/or other substantial training and/or experience in Mental Health field
  • Current accreditation with recognised counselling body e.g. Manx Association of Counselling (MAC)

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in field of Mental Health and counselling
  • Further substantial training and/or comparable short courses and significant experience in providing clinical supervision to other professionals
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Recognised professional counselling qualification to diploma level or equivalent
  • Registered Mental Nurse on NMC register and/or other substantial training and/or experience in Mental Health field
  • Current accreditation with recognised counselling body e.g. Manx Association of Counselling (MAC)

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in field of Mental Health and counselling
  • Further substantial training and/or comparable short courses and significant experience in providing clinical supervision to other professionals

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Manx Care

Address

Ballakermeen Road (Manx Care)

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM1 4BR


Employer's website

https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/health-and-social-care/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Manx Care

Address

Ballakermeen Road (Manx Care)

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM1 4BR


Employer's website

https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/health-and-social-care/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Community Wellbeing Service - Deputy Manager

Lucy-Mai McCann

lucymai.mccann@gov.im

Details

Date posted

29 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£48,780 to £63,606 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

MCX-023608

Job locations

Ballakermeen Road (Manx Care)

Douglas

Isle of Man

IM1 4BR


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