Secondary School Counselor

Summary:

Secondary School Counselor (Grades 6–9) seeking warm, student-centered professional.

About the School:

A school committed to fostering student wellbeing and academic excellence through a globally recognized curriculum and a supportive, inclusive community.

The Opportunity:

As a Secondary School Counselor (Grades 6–9), you will provide essential support to students, helping them thrive socially, emotionally, and academically. This role is central to creating a proactive and responsive pastoral care system that prioritizes student wellbeing and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and small-group counseling to students in Grades 6–9
• Collaborate closely with the pastoral care team, including the other school counselor and pastoral care lead
• Support and help design and implement the advisory and SEL program for Grades 6–9
• Lead and facilitate grade-level pastoral care meetings, ensuring alignment and follow-through on student support
• Contribute to a culture of care by supporting assemblies, wellbeing events, and themed weeks/months throughout the year
• Work proactively with teachers and families to support student wellbeing and development
• Maintain accurate, confidential records and uphold the highest standards of professional ethics and safeguarding
• Bring forward ideas and initiatives that enhance the school’s pastoral care and wellbeing provision

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• A Bachelor’s degree in School Counseling, Psychology, Education, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
• A recognized school counseling qualification or license/certification (or eligibility to obtain one)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working as a school counselor or in a similar role with adolescents
• Demonstrated experience delivering or supporting Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) programs or advisory systems
• Strong understanding of adolescent development and mental health, particularly in the middle years
• Experience working collaboratively within multi-disciplinary or pastoral care teams
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and a commitment to student welfare
• Experience supporting safeguarding and child protection processes in a school setting
• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• High level of professional ethics, confidentiality, and discretion
• Fluency in English

Preferred

• Experience in an international school setting and/or familiarity with diverse cultural contexts
• Additional language skills

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment