An Opportunity to Join Us
Ending Life’s Taboo is evolving to increase flexibility of service to support more clients and their family members.
We are looking for self-employed and/or volunteer counsellors to join our small, friendly team.
Opportunities are available for on-site support at Ipswich Hospital, off-site support (online or by phone), or a combination of both. If you are only able to offer one of these options, that is absolutely fine — we would still be very pleased to hear from you. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 20 FEBRUARY 2026
Join a Team That Makes Every Moment Matter
Self-Employed Counsellors or Volunteer Counsellors Needed | Palliative Support for Adults Aged 18–45
£70 per session or Volunteer
Are you a compassionate, skilled counsellor who wants to make a real impact—one meaningful conversation at a time? We’re a dedicated palliative counselling charity working with young and mid-life adults (18–45) across secondary care settings, and we’re looking for self-employed counsellors who feel called to support people navigating some of life’s most challenging moments.
Why Work With Us?
- Make a profound difference: Support clients living with life-shortening conditions, helping them find emotional stability, connection, and hope.
- Be part of something bigger: Join a small warm, values-driven team committed to providing equitable, compassionate care.
- Secondary care environment with an honorary contract: Offer in-depth emotional support within hospital and specialist care pathways, making counselling accessible when clients need it most.
- Shape your schedule: As a self-employed practitioner, you maintain autonomy while contributing to a collaborative and supportive service.
- Grow with purpose: Access reflective practice, peer support, and opportunities to expand your clinical skills within palliative and complex emotional care.
Who We’re Looking For:
- Qualified counsellors or psychotherapists (minimum diploma level)
- Registered or working toward registration with a recognised professional body (e.g., BACP/UKCP)
- Experience in palliative care, trauma, grief, long-term illness, or complex emotional presentations is beneficial—but a compassionate, grounded approach is essential
- Self-employed practitioners who can offer consistent/rapid session availability
If you’re ready to use your skills where they matter most—and be part of a service that honours humanity, dignity, and emotional wellbeing—we’d love to hear from you.
Email endinglifestaboo@outlook.com for an application pack and/or further information.
Help us support those facing the hardest chapters of life with courage, warmth, and connection.
Closing date: 20 February 2026
