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<h2>Job overview</h2>Repton Al Barsha is seeking to recruit an outstanding University and Careers Guidance Counsellor. The University Guidance Counsellor plays a central role in supporting students from Year 7 to Year 13 in their career development, university planning and application processes. The postholder will manage the school’s careers and guidance programme, lead university application procedures and maintain strong relationships with students, parents, staff, universities and alumni. The role requires deep knowledge of global university systems, excellent communication skills and a strategic, student-centred approach. About Cognita: Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 16 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, ‘Thrive in a rapidly evolving world’. About Repton Al Barsha Repton Al Barsha currently educates students from Nursery (FS1) to Year 11 and will be growing year on year through to Year 13. We are a well-resourced Apple Distinguished School with exceptional sporting facilities, seeking to achieve the best from every pupil both academically and in extra-curricular activities which is a key aspect of the school program. The school was rated Very Good with several outstanding features in the most recent DSIB inspection. Repton Al Barsha boasts state of the art facilities and is situated at the heart of ‘New Dubai’ in the Dubai Science Park, Barsha South. It offers the academic rigour of the UK National Curriculum within an inclusive family environment. The School is built on the twin foundations of academic excellence and the highest standards of pastoral care. The successful candidate must have:Have previous experience working within an educational setting, preferably a Sixth Form environment.· Have significant experience using Unifrog, including managing a full school careers programme.· Have a proven track record of successful applications to top global universities (e.g., UK Russell Group, US Ivy League, Canada, Europe, Australia, Singapore).· Be fully familiar with the Common App counsellor role, including documentation, uploads and student support.· Have working knowledge of global application platforms such as:- OUAC (Canada)- Studielink (Netherlands)- UCAS (UK)- ApplyTexas, Coalition, UC portal (US)- Australian and UAE university systems· Be confident in writing professional academic references and collating academic documentation.· Demonstrate excellent organisational, administrative, and communication skills.It is desirable for the candidate to have:· Accreditation or membership with a recognised body (e.g., THE, CDA, ICG, NCDA, IECA, UCAS Adviser Accreditation).· Experience administering and evaluating a careers programme from Year 7 to Year 13.· Experience delivering student and parent workshops or assemblies.· Experience organising large-scale school events such as careers fairs or university visits.· Experience in alumni engagement or work experience coordination.Key Responsibilities:Student Guidance &amp; Support<ul><li>Hold weekly interviews with KS5 students to review academic progress, university readiness and their evolving profiles.</li><li>Support students in identifying best-fit universities and appropriate pathways.</li><li>Prepare students for university, scholarship and internship interviews.</li><li>Manage Year 12 work experience, including placements and student preparation.</li></ul>Parent Communication &amp; Engagement<ul><li>Maintain strong communication with parents to ensure they remain informed throughout the university process.</li><li>Deliver parents’ presentations on university systems, deadlines and application strategies.</li><li>Ensure parents are aware of upcoming deadlines and concerns if students fall behind.</li><li>Academic Documentation &amp; Applications</li><li>Collate predicted grades from teaching staff.</li><li>Gather subject references and write counsellor references where required.</li><li>Write and issue academic transcripts for all Year 13 graduates.</li><li>Submit all university applications accurately and on time.</li><li>Maintain an updated database of all university offers, used for the Board of Governors report.</li><li>Careers Programme Leadership (Years 7–13)</li><li>Deliver a complete careers education programme based on the Unifrog spiral curriculum.</li><li>Train subject teachers in writing high-quality references.</li><li>Lead SSenior School assemblies related to careers, pathways and university preparation.</li><li>University Relations &amp; Events Management</li><li>Build and maintain strong international university partnerships.</li><li>Facilitate university visits, guest speakers and enrichment lectures.</li><li>Organise the annual Careers Fair and ensure high engagement from universities and industry. </li></ul>School Break Availability<ul><li>Provide support during school holidays as required by international examination results timetables (e.g., A-levels, GCSEs, IB, SAT/AP reporting) and will be required to attend GCSE and A-level results days.</li></ul>Ethos, Values &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Actively promote and uphold the values and ethos of Repton Al Barsha.</li><li>Ensure all deadlines, safeguarding requirements and KHDA expectations are met.</li><li>Perform any other reasonable duties as assigned by the Assistant Principal, Head of Sixth Form</li></ul>To support your application please include a current, up to date CV. The school reserves the right to interview and appoint strong candidates before the official closing date, and therefore we would encourage candidates to apply early in the process. Safeguarding Statement: Cognita and the Repton Family of Schools is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees. All new staff will be subject to detailed and enhanced pre-employment clearance, including identity checks, criminal background checks for all countries lived in, qualification checks, employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps in employment, and satisfactory reference checks for all employment in the last 5 years

University and Careers Guidance Counsellor

<h2>Job overview</h2>Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening appropriate to the post, including various background checks including, receipt of high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks. No member of staff will be able to start until these checks are complete and this process takes, on average, a month. Harrow International School Dubai is seeking exceptional educators to join the founding team and become part of the legacy. As part of our founding team, you will play a pivotal role in building a vibrant and inclusive community where the learning of every individual is at the heart of daily life. Guided by the Harrow values, our staff will create an environment in which every pupil is nurtured, challenged, and empowered to achieve their very best. The School Counsellor plays a vital role in supporting the social, emotional and academic wellbeing of all pupils within an environment guided by Harrow’s core values of courage, honour, humility and fellowship. As an advocate for pupil welfare, the Counsellor provides professional guidance and support to those who are vulnerable or in need of additional care, empowering them to develop resilience, confidence and emotional literacy. Working collaboratively with staff, parents and the wider community, the role promotes a culture of empathy, integrity and mutual respect, ensuring every pupil feels safe, valued and equipped to flourish both within and beyond the classroom. Who Are We Looking For? Essential Requirements: <ul><li>Appropriate degree in Counselling or Psychology. </li><li>Minimum three years’ experience providing well-being and mental health support to children and young people, preferably in an independent school setting </li><li>Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding legislation, policies, and procedures in the UK, and preferably awareness of UAE safeguarding frameworks. </li><li>A clean criminal record check including International Child Protection Check (ICPC) from the UK or appropriate police and other checks from relevant countries of residence/work for applicants who have never worked in the UK and no issues regarding suitability to work with children.</li></ul>Desirable Characteristics: <ul><li>A genuine passion for working with young people and helping them to flourish. </li><li>The ability to inspire excellence in both academic and pastoral development. </li><li>Empathy, patience, and a caring approach in supporting pupils. </li><li>Adaptability, creativity, and a forward-thinking outlook. </li><li>Strong cultural sensitivity and global awareness. </li><li>A collaborative mindset, working positively with colleagues, pupils, and parents. </li><li>A drive to develop and innovate, embracing professional learning with a mindset of continual improvement. </li></ul> School Values and Behaviours All staff are expected to conduct themselves in line with the school’s values which are: Courage, Honour, Humility and Fellowship. While the School’s values set out what matters most to us, the behaviours below are intended as a shared set of expectations to refer to, and standards to aspire to, in our dealings with others. They are the practical application of our values. COURAGE We remain optimistic and purposeful in a disrupted world. We take responsibility for our decisions, even the hard ones. We always challenge poor behaviour in ourselves and others. We are open to new ideas, and seek fresh challenges. HONOUR We keep our promises. We act with integrity – doing the right thing, even when it is difficult or when no one is watching. We respect and value our traditions whilst setting them in the context of today. HUMILITY We work hard to serve others within the School and across our wider communities where possible putting their interests before our own. We give and seek honest and appropriate feedback, reflect on our failures and learn from them. We support each other through challenges and whatever the outcome, we celebrate those that took part. FELLOWSHIP We respect each other and value our differences, knowing that we are more effective and more resilient working together. We are kind and inclusive; we value the contribution that each of us makes. We role model the behaviours that we would like to see in others; we ask only of others what we would be prepared to do ourselves. Application Process Applications should include an up-to-date CV and a covering letter outlining their suitability against the Job Description. Candidates who best meet the requirements outlined in the job description will be shortlisted. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by our recruitment team regarding the next steps in the selection process. Equality, diversity and inclusion are values that are important to us at Taaleem. We believe in diversity of thought and actively welcome everyone regardless of their background to bring their valuable and relevant skills to our community. Note: It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. This advertisement is posted on behalf of Harrow International School Dubai which is part of the group owned by Taaleem Holdings PJSC and independently operated under a licence to use the Harrow School brand. For further details of the relationship, please see the relationship statement on the harrowdubai.ae website. Accordingly, applicants should be aware that the employer will be part of Taaleem Holdings PJSC’s group and under its control and not Harrow School.

School Counsellor - August 2026

LocationAberdeen

	PositionClinical Trainee Placements

	Advertising SalaryNot Applicable

	Vacancy TypePlacement

	Careers Site Advertising End DateNot Specified

	HoursHours Per Week:7

	Working PatternMonday - Friday

	School Website URLNot Specified
 
	 

 

 
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 <li>Thank you for your interest in a Counselling Placement at a Place2Be partner school!&nbsp;Click this link to view a map of our placement schools:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?hl=en&amp;mid=1FifS_0M0IiXmPX8eVUc-1EAlBcG_xag&amp;ll=53.72628311420423%2C-1.5667679000000136&amp;z=6" target="_blank">Placement Map</a><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?hl=en&amp;mid=1FifS_0M0IiXmPX8eVUc-1EAlBcG_xag&amp;ll=53.72628311420423%2C-1.5667679000000136&amp;z=6" target="_blank">&nbsp;</a></li>
 <li>Please note that not all schools will have placements available, but we will try our best to match you to a convenient placement.</li>
 <li>Please only apply for one vacancy as multiple applications are rejected on the system. If successful upon interview, you will have the opportunity to discuss your location preference.</li>
 <li>All successful applicants would need a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) or Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check that is&nbsp;enhanced, checked for&nbsp;children’s and adult’s barred list, and is&nbsp;registered on the Update Service.</li>
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Counsellors&nbsp;on Placement provide emotional and therapeutic support to children and young people aged 4-18 in Place2Be partner schools. As an organisation that has adopted the BACP ethical framework of good practice in Counselling and Psychotherapy, counsellors working within the organisation are dedicated to improving the mental health and well-being of the children they work with.
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 <li>Place2Be provides a high level of support to counsellors on placement through regular supervision, tailored training workshops and offers a well-recognised clinical placement*.</li>
 <li>We provide a comprehensive induction programme and clinical supervision is undertaken at the end of each day.</li>
 <li>We need you to be available for a minimum of one day per week to work in a therapeutic capacity with up to 3 children offering one-to-one counselling.</li>
 <li>Placements are term time only and run for one academic year. There are opportunities for you to stay with us beyond one year.</li>
 <li>You will have the opportunity to attend up to six optional workshops throughout the year which are recognised as continuing professional development time.</li>
 <li>Sessions spent with children are accepted as clinical hours towards professional accreditation, and are recognised by the BACP and UKCP.</li>
 <li>A placement is an excellent stepping stone into a job opportunity and career with Place2Be, over&nbsp;⅔&nbsp;of our clinical staff were once Counsellors on Placement.</li>
 <li>We have places available in our projects in both primary and secondary schools nationwide.</li>
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*Counting your hours
All clinical hours gained on placement can be used towards accreditation with a body such as BACP and UKCP. However if you need to gain clinical hours for your course, we would strongly advise that you check with your course tutor as to whether child hours are accepted before applying. If your course does not accept child hours but you would like to gain counselling experience of working with Children and Young People, you can still apply for a Place2Be placement as a second placement.
Diversity and Inclusion
Place2Be is committed to equal opportunities and anti-discrimination practices and we positively encourage applications from all sections of the community. We are particularly interested in attracting applications from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. 
 
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You will be a fully qualified Counsellor, Therapist or studying towards one of these professions at the following levels:
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 <li>Diploma in Counselling (Level 4 or above). If you are in your first year you will have completed a full academic year Certificate Course in Counselling or the equivalent of 9 - 12 months.</li>
 <li>Degree, MSc or MA in Counselling or Psychotherapy - if you are in your first year you will have relevant experience of direct work with children.</li>
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We are always looking for suitable counsellors on placement, so if you believe you have what it takes to thrive in this challenging, rewarding environment please apply.&nbsp;Please view/download the full Job Description and Person Specification on our website for further details.

		
	
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			&nbsp;Place2Be is the leading children's mental health charity providing in-school support and expert professional development to improve the emotional wellbeing of children and young people, families,&nbsp;teachers&nbsp;and school staff. The charity currently provides an embedded mental health service in 500 UK primary and secondary schools supporting a school community of around 243,000 children and young people.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Our teams provide a range of services in our partner schools to build resilience early in life through counselling, creative work and play and support a child’s ability to engage in school life.&nbsp; Our work, focused on early intervention, is part of the comprehensive CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) system.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
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Through our professional development programme, we are training around 1,200 Counsellors on Placement each year who build their mental health and counselling skills and experience through practice in our partner schools. We also provide a range of professional development programmes on mental health and wellbeing for school leaders, teachers and other professionals who work with children and young people, so we can help to build ‘mentally healthy’ schools and communities where all children can thrive and flourish.
We continue to pilot,&nbsp;trial&nbsp;and explore new ways in which we can develop our practice as well as share learning, expertise and findings from the robust evidence and evaluation we gather.&nbsp;HRH The&nbsp;Princess of Wales&nbsp;is our Royal Patron and Place2Be is one of the founding charity partners of Heads Together. We also work collaboratively with a range of charities and expert organisations to leverage best-in-class knowledge and expertise to inform, develop and improve outcomes for the children,&nbsp;families&nbsp;and schools we support.&nbsp;We ask our staff team to share our core values of perseverance, integrity,&nbsp;compassion&nbsp;and creativity, and to have the skills and patience to support some of the UK’s most vulnerable children and families.
Our values:
We believe that how we approach our work is as important as the work itself. Our four key values shape everything we do:
Compassion&nbsp;– We bring empathy and kindness to all we do, to better understand and meet the needs of children and young people, colleagues and other stakeholders.
Integrity&nbsp;– We demonstrate sound ethical values in all our work, and we are honest, transparent, courageous and authentic.
Perseverance&nbsp;– We have the courage to continue in the face of adversity and do this with determination to find effective solutions.
Creativity&nbsp;– We bring an open-minded approach and flexibility to our thinking and actions and enable others to do the same.&nbsp;

		
	

 
 
 
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Counsellor on Placement Aberdeen

<h2>Job overview</h2>This is an excellent opportunity to join and work collaboratively with our successful team of school counselors at Garden International School. We are looking for an innovative, dynamic and experienced School Counsellor with the ability to work therapeutically with children in primary and secondary, with a growth mindset and high expectations. GIS is a well-resourced and successful international school with great facilities and a reputation for academic excellence; we place the success of each and every student at the center of our mission. GIS is a family, and with our fantastic students, dedicated and motivated team of excellent teachers and support staff, it truly is a wonderful place to learn and teach.The school is focused on creating the best environments for our learners to grow and develop academically, emotionally, physically and socially. With a positive and progressive outlook, based on the latest research, we seek to constantly improve the provision for learning. With over 75 hours dedicated to teacher CPD every year, as well as a keen focus on staff and student well-being, we are constantly striving for excellence, both as practitioners and for our learners. As an ‘Apple Distinguished’ school, GIS uses the latest technology to enhance learning and provide a 1:1 device programme and use Google Apps for Education as our main learning platform. Successful candidate must: <ul><li>Have a proven track record of outstanding practice working with a wide variety of emotional, social and behavioral difficulties </li><li>Have confidence in working one-to-one, with families and small groups </li><li>Be able to provide crisis intervention </li><li>Be able to utilise verbal and non verbal therapeutic approaches such as play or art. </li><li>Be a reflective, flexible practitioner with the ability to think creatively and take risks </li><li>Have an ability to use ICT to support and enhance the counselling process </li><li>Be able to keep secure and suitable case records on each counselling session </li><li>Be able to engage with monthly clinical supervision with a qualified supervisor; </li><li>Have the interpersonal skills needed to work successfully within teams </li><li>Have a warm and relatable personality and able to engage and motivate children, parents and staff </li></ul>We will provide: A competitive salary and benefits package A professionally stimulating and collaborative working environment with ongoing Professional Development and weekly Professional Learning and Wellbeing timeThe closing date for applications is 9th January 2026. We encourage early applications as we may appoint suitable candidates prior to the closing date. Long-listed candidates will be invited for interview face-to-face in Kuala Lumpur or over zoom. Please review the ‘GIS Information for Applicants 2026-27’ booklet found in the Applicant Info Pack prior to applying for this role. Garden International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, all offers of employment are subject to a criminal record check (ICPC or equivalent).

Primary School Counsellor

<h2>Job overview</h2>At the International School Ho Chi Minh City we realize that the demands on 21st Century education dictate new roles for teachers in order to prepare students to be effective in a rapidly changing world. The following job description outlines characteristics that ISHCMC believes teachers should exhibit and are important if they are to help students achieve as active learners. Seeking a counselor for our G4 and G5 students who cares deeply about social-emotional learning, who actively listens to students, is responsive and guides them through classroom lessons, small group counseling and individual support. Safeguarding All staff share responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of our students. The teacher must follow the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy and report any concerns promptly to the Designated Safeguarding Lead. Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

School Counsellor G4-G5 (Ages 8-10)

LocationSussex

	PositionLearning and Practice (L&amp;P)

	Advertising Salary£11,817 pro rata (from FTE of £29,543 p.a) 

	Vacancy TypePermanent

	Careers Site Advertising End Date12 Jan 2026

	HoursHours Per Week:14

	Working PatternTuesdays &amp; Wednesdays

	School Website URL<a href="https://arklittleridgeprimary.org/" target="_blank">https://arklittleridgeprimary.org/</a>
 
	 

 

 
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Together we can change children’s lives. At Place2Be, we believe every child should have easy access to mental health support whenever they need it. We create a safe place in schools where children and young people can open up without pressure or stigma. Allowing our highly skilled and diverse counsellors to reach children, young people and their families who need us.
Qualified, creative and ambitious. Sound like you? As a level 4 qualified therapist / counsellor, you’ll not only work in one to one situations with young people providing clinical assessments and interventions, you’ll also engage in the wider school community to strengthen skills, and promote understanding of child mental health and the importance of early intervention. 
As part of a huge community across the United Kingdom you’ll have opportunities to bring your fresh thinking and ideas to the table to help us shape our programmes for today and tomorrow. You’ll have access to an enormous range of training and development and a pathway to develop and grow your career. 
For a career with purpose, this is your place.
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Recruitment Process
 As part of your application you will need to answer some shortlisting questions. Please answer these as fully as you can, we recommend using the STAR model. Situation, Task, Action Result.&nbsp;Your answers will be used in the shortlisting process.
Closing date for applications: Midnight on 12 January 2026
Interview date: 21 January 2025
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Our Benefits
When you work at Place2Be –whether that's in a school, supporting families, providing clinical supervision, or in IT, Finance, or Fundraising –every role can make the difference to a young person.
To achieve this, we ask that you bring your best self to your role and our commitment to you, is to welcome you into our community, and help you progress. Because we know that you being at your best, means the best outcomes for the children we support. Here’s just a few things we have on offer:
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 <li>Annual Leave that increases with service</li>
 <li>Comprehensive learning and development to enable you to progress your career</li>
 <li>5% contributory pension scheme</li>
 <li>Life assurance of four times your annual salary</li>
 <li>A comprehensive employee assistance programme</li>
 <li>Mobile Phone Discounts (EE network)</li>
 <li>Wellbeing days to allow you some ‘you’ time</li>
 <li>Christmas holidays closure period in addition to your annual leave</li>
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We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.&nbsp;We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented within our organisation.
We are proud to be a disability confident employer and will ask you during your application If you wish to be considered for a guaranteed interview under the disability confident scheme. Under the scheme we commit to offering an interview to disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria as outlined in the job role.
If you have any questions about the scheme, or require any adjustments to help you complete an application then please contact the recruitment team on 020 7923 5050 or email&nbsp;<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#244e4b46576454484547411646410a4b56430a514f">[email&nbsp;protected]</a>
We recognise that AI is becoming part of daily life and you may want to use it to help you format your CV, create responses to application questions or even help you prepare responses. AI can be a powerful enabler and we are open to you using it to apply for roles with us, but we ask you to ensure anything you submit truly represents your capabilities and viewpoint. We value honesty, integrity and creativity and want to understand what&nbsp;you&nbsp;will uniquely bring to our team.&nbsp;
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We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
		
	
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Place2Be Counsellor, Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy, Hastings

<h2>Job overview</h2>CounselorDepartment: Elementary SchoolStatus of Hire: Overseas Direct Hire (ODH) / Local Hire (LH)Reports To: Elementary School Principal Objective:Provide for the counseling needs of YISS elementary school students.&nbsp; Qualifications:<ul><li>Master degree&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Elementary school classroom teaching or school counseling experience</li><li>Current certification or licensure</li><li>Knowledge of the ASCA National Model</li></ul> Duties and Responsibilities:The elementary school counselor is responsible for developing a comprehensive counseling program that supports and guides students in their academic, personal, and spiritual development. To stay informed about current best practices in counseling and guidance, the guidance counselor is expected to participate in necessary professional development opportunities and/or continuing education. These professional development activities must be approved by his/her immediate supervisor. &nbsp;Performance Objectives:<ul><li>Serve as a resource for parents, teachers, and staff regarding the developmental needs of middle school students.</li><li>Conduct informational sessions for parents and staff of the elementary school regarding issues pertinent to raising, working with, and supporting elementary school children (transition, developmental needs, social-emotional needs, and support, etc.)</li><li>Consult with school staff members (SLS, ELL, ES Principals) regarding the most appropriate placement of students.</li><li>Coordinate the development of student schedules.</li><li>Collaborate with teachers and administration to provide targeted interventions for students who are struggling academically or behaviorally.</li><li>Provide time for individual or small group counseling sessions dealing with topics such as academic failure, attendance problems, family issues, suicide prevention, behavior problems, and peer relationships.&nbsp;</li><li>Through communication with the elementary administration, refer children and their parents to special programs, specialists, and outside agencies.</li><li>Conduct orientation activities for students new to the school.</li><li>Provide elementary school transition activities both for entering and exiting the elementary school.</li><li>Interpret standardized test results to parents, students, and teachers and help teachers develop strategies to use the information to improve future test scores.</li><li>Assist with school testing.</li><li>Conduct large and small group student sessions focused on social-emotional topics.</li><li>Serve as a member of the elementary school leadership team.&nbsp;</li><li>Facilitate parent workshops</li></ul>Mission Mindedness:<ul><li>Supervise extracurricular activities, organizations, and outings as assigned.</li><li>Attend and participate in devotions, teachers’ meetings, evening programs involving the teacher’s students, or as requested by the administration, and other meetings as assigned.</li><li>Model Christ’s teachings through interpersonal skills, respectful relationships, and a willingness to learn and interact with others of different faith traditions.</li><li>Meet everyday stress with emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism.</li><li>Fosters relationships with parents, students, staff, and the community that support the academic and spiritual aspects of the school’s ministry in both in-class and out-of-class environments.</li></ul> Community Responsibilities:<ul><li>Follow school policies, procedures, rules, regulations, guidelines and the provisions of the contract and as outlined in the Faculty and Staff Handbook, and other school publications.</li><li>Perform assigned supervisory duties and responsibilities (before school, break, lunch, after school, etc.) and inform the proper administrator in advance if unable to fulfill any assigned duty.</li><li>Prepare adequate information and materials for a substitute teacher.</li><li>Maintain and submit regular and accurate attendance records, grades, and other relevant information on time.</li><li>Cooperate with YISS administration in implementing all policies, procedures, and directives governing the operation of the school.</li><li>Safeguard the interests and mission of the school.</li><li>Respectfully submit and demonstrate cooperativeness to constituted authority.</li><li>Demonstrates timeliness in submissions for deadlines, willingness to be proactive in his/her responsibilities, and sensitivity to living and working in a community that relies upon each other for effective ministry.</li></ul> Contractual Requirements:&nbsp;The Elementary Counselor position is on a teacher contract. It is expected to be on duty for up to 10 days, at the discretion of the supervisor, before the start of the school year or after the end of the school year. The stipend amount for the additional days will be determined by either the daily rate or the current contracted stipend (whichever is greater). All employees and associates are required to adhere to a Safeguarding Code of Conduct that contains expectations about their relationships with children, social media use, and the use of children’s photographs and identifying information. Application Process:&nbsp;&nbsp;Interested candidates may apply using the website below:<a href="https://www.careers-page.com/yisseoul" target="_blank">https://www.careers-page.com/yisseoul</a>

Elementary Counselor

<h2>Job overview</h2>Middle School Counselor&nbsp;Department: Middle School&nbsp;Status of Hire: Overseas Direct Hire (ODH)&nbsp;&nbsp;Reports To: Middle School Principal Objective:&nbsp;Provide for the counseling needs of YISS middle school students.&nbsp; Qualifications:&nbsp;<ul><li>Master's degree&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills&nbsp;</li><li>Middle school classroom teaching or school counseling experience&nbsp;</li><li>Current certification or licensure&nbsp;</li></ul>Duties and Responsibilities:&nbsp; The middle school counselor is responsible for providing a well-designed counseling program that supports and guides students in their academic, personal, and spiritual growth. In order to maintain knowledge of current best practices in counseling and guidance, the guidance counselor is expected to avail himself/herself of necessary professional development opportunities and/or continuing education. The professional development opportunities need approval by his/her immediate supervisor.&nbsp; Performance Objectives:&nbsp;<ul><li>Serve as a resource for parents, teachers, and staff regarding the developmental needs of middle school students.&nbsp;</li><li>Conduct informational sessions for parents and staff of the middle school regarding issues pertinent to raising, working with, and supporting middle school children (transition, developmental needs, social-emotional needs, and support, etc.)&nbsp;</li><li>Consult with school staff members (SLS, ELL, MS Principals) regarding the most appropriate placement of students.&nbsp;</li><li>Coordinate the development of student schedules.&nbsp;</li><li>Collaborate with teachers and administration to provide targeted interventions for students who are struggling academically or behaviorally.&nbsp;</li><li>Provide time for individual or small group counseling sessions dealing with topics such as academic failure, attendance problems, family issues, suicide prevention, behavior problems, and peer relationships.&nbsp;</li><li>Refer children and their parents to special programs, specialists, and outside agencies. ● Conduct orientation activities for students new to the school.&nbsp;</li><li>Provide middle school transition activities both for into and out of middle school. ● Teach elective courses in the middle school (not to exceed 1 block).</li><li>Coordinate weekly Oasis Assemblies (Ossemblies) and Oasis SEW.&nbsp;</li><li>Interpret standardized test results to parents, students, and teachers and help teachers develop strategies to use the information to improve future test scores.&nbsp;</li><li>Assist with the K-12 school-testing program.&nbsp;</li><li>Conduct large and small group student sessions focused on social-emotional topics. ● Serve as a member of the middle school leadership team.&nbsp;</li></ul>Mission Mindedness:<ul><li>Supervise extracurricular activities, organizations, and outings as assigned.</li><li>Attend and participate in devotions, teachers’ meetings, evening programs involving the teacher’s students, or as requested by the administration, and other meetings as assigned.</li><li>Model Christ’s teachings through interpersonal skills, respectful relationships, and a willingness to learn and interact with others of different faith traditions.</li><li>Meet everyday stress with emotional stability, objectivity, and optimism.</li><li>Fosters relationships with parents, students, staff, and the community that support the academic and spiritual aspects of the school’s ministry in both in-class and out-of-class environments.</li></ul>Community Responsibilities:<ul><li>Follow school policies, procedures, rules, regulations, guidelines, and the provisions of the contract, as outlined in the Faculty and Staff Handbook, and other school publications.</li><li>Perform assigned supervisory duties and responsibilities (before school, break, lunch, after school, etc.) and inform the proper administrator in advance if unable to fulfill any assigned duty.</li><li>Prepare adequate information and materials for a substitute teacher.</li><li>Maintain and submit regular and accurate attendance records, grades, and other relevant information on time.</li><li>Cooperate with YISS administration in implementing all policies, procedures, and directives governing the operation of the school.</li><li>Safeguard the interests and mission of the school.</li><li>Respectfully submit and demonstrate cooperativeness to constituted authority.</li><li>Demonstrates timeliness in submissions for deadlines, willingness to be proactive in his/her responsibilities, and sensitivity to living and working in a community that relies upon each other for effective ministry.</li></ul>Contractual Requirements:&nbsp;The Elementary Counselor position is on a teacher contract. It is expected to be on duty for up to 10 days, at the discretion of the supervisor, before the start of the school year or after the end of the school year. The stipend amount for the additional days will be determined by either the daily rate or the current contracted stipend (whichever is greater). All employees and associates are required to adhere to a Safeguarding Code of Conduct that contains expectations about their relationships with children, social media use, and the use of children’s photographs and identifying information. Application Process:&nbsp;&nbsp;Interested candidates may apply using the website below:<a href="https://www.careers-page.com/yisseoul" target="_blank">https://www.careers-page.com/yisseoul</a>

Middle School Counselor

LocationMidlands

	PositionClinical Trainee Placements

	Advertising SalaryNot Applicable

	Vacancy TypePlacement

	Careers Site Advertising End DateNot Specified

	HoursHours Per Week:7

	Working PatternMonday - Friday

	School Website URLNot Specified
 
	 

 

 
		<h2>About The Role</h2>
	
		
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 <li>Thank you for your interest in a Counselling Placement at a Place2Be partner school!&nbsp;Click this link to view a map of our placement schools:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?hl=en&amp;mid=1FifS_0M0IiXmPX8eVUc-1EAlBcG_xag&amp;ll=53.72628311420423%2C-1.5667679000000136&amp;z=6" target="_blank">Placement Map</a><a href="https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?hl=en&amp;mid=1FifS_0M0IiXmPX8eVUc-1EAlBcG_xag&amp;ll=53.72628311420423%2C-1.5667679000000136&amp;z=6" target="_blank">&nbsp;</a></li>
 <li>Please note that not all schools will have placements available, but we will try our best to match you to a convenient placement.</li>
 <li>Please only apply for one vacancy as multiple applications are rejected on the system. If successful upon interview, you will have the opportunity to discuss your location preference.</li>
 <li>All successful applicants would need a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) or Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check that is&nbsp;enhanced, checked for&nbsp;children’s and adult’s barred list, and is&nbsp;registered on the Update Service.</li>
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Counsellors&nbsp;on Placement provide emotional and therapeutic support to children and young people aged 4-18 in Place2Be partner schools. As an organisation that has adopted the BACP ethical framework of good practice in Counselling and Psychotherapy, counsellors working within the organisation are dedicated to improving the mental health and well-being of the children they work with.
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 <li>Place2Be provides a high level of support to counsellors on placement through regular supervision, tailored training workshops and offers a well-recognised clinical placement*.</li>
 <li>We provide a comprehensive induction programme and clinical supervision is undertaken at the end of each day.</li>
 <li>We need you to be available for a minimum of one day per week to work in a therapeutic capacity with up to 3 children offering one-to-one counselling.</li>
 <li>Placements are term time only and run for one academic year. There are opportunities for you to stay with us beyond one year.</li>
 <li>You will have the opportunity to attend up to six optional workshops throughout the year which are recognised as continuing professional development time.</li>
 <li>Sessions spent with children are accepted as clinical hours towards professional accreditation, and are recognised by the BACP and UKCP.</li>
 <li>A placement is an excellent stepping stone into a job opportunity and career with Place2Be, over&nbsp;⅔&nbsp;of our clinical staff were once Counsellors on Placement.</li>
 <li>We have places available in our projects in both primary and secondary schools nationwide.</li>
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*Counting your hours
All clinical hours gained on placement can be used towards accreditation with a body such as BACP and UKCP. However if you need to gain clinical hours for your course, we would strongly advise that you check with your course tutor as to whether child hours are accepted before applying. If your course does not accept child hours but you would like to gain counselling experience of working with Children and Young People, you can still apply for a Place2Be placement as a second placement.
Diversity and Inclusion
Place2Be is committed to equal opportunities and anti-discrimination practices and we positively encourage applications from all sections of the community. We are particularly interested in attracting applications from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. 
 
Additionally, for our clinical roles we are particularly keen in attracting male candidates to reflect the diversity of the partner schools and communities we work in.&nbsp;

 
		
	
		<h2>About You</h2>
	
		
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You will be a fully qualified Counsellor, Therapist or studying towards one of these professions at the following levels:
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 <li>Diploma in Counselling (Level 4 or above). If you are in your first year you will have completed a full academic year Certificate Course in Counselling or the equivalent of 9 - 12 months.</li>
 <li>Degree, MSc or MA in Counselling or Psychotherapy - if you are in your first year you will have relevant experience of direct work with children.</li>
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We are always looking for suitable counsellors on placement, so if you believe you have what it takes to thrive in this challenging, rewarding environment please apply.&nbsp;Please view/download the full Job Description and Person Specification on our website for further details.

		
	
		<h2>About Us</h2>
	
		
			&nbsp;Place2Be is the leading children's mental health charity providing in-school support and expert professional development to improve the emotional wellbeing of children and young people, families,&nbsp;teachers&nbsp;and school staff. The charity currently provides an embedded mental health service in 500 UK primary and secondary schools supporting a school community of around 243,000 children and young people.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Our teams provide a range of services in our partner schools to build resilience early in life through counselling, creative work and play and support a child’s ability to engage in school life.&nbsp; Our work, focused on early intervention, is part of the comprehensive CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) system.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
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Through our professional development programme, we are training around 1,200 Counsellors on Placement each year who build their mental health and counselling skills and experience through practice in our partner schools. We also provide a range of professional development programmes on mental health and wellbeing for school leaders, teachers and other professionals who work with children and young people, so we can help to build ‘mentally healthy’ schools and communities where all children can thrive and flourish.
We continue to pilot,&nbsp;trial&nbsp;and explore new ways in which we can develop our practice as well as share learning, expertise and findings from the robust evidence and evaluation we gather.&nbsp;HRH The&nbsp;Princess of Wales&nbsp;is our Royal Patron and Place2Be is one of the founding charity partners of Heads Together. We also work collaboratively with a range of charities and expert organisations to leverage best-in-class knowledge and expertise to inform, develop and improve outcomes for the children,&nbsp;families&nbsp;and schools we support.&nbsp;We ask our staff team to share our core values of perseverance, integrity,&nbsp;compassion&nbsp;and creativity, and to have the skills and patience to support some of the UK’s most vulnerable children and families.
Our values:
We believe that how we approach our work is as important as the work itself. Our four key values shape everything we do:
Compassion&nbsp;– We bring empathy and kindness to all we do, to better understand and meet the needs of children and young people, colleagues and other stakeholders.
Integrity&nbsp;– We demonstrate sound ethical values in all our work, and we are honest, transparent, courageous and authentic.
Perseverance&nbsp;– We have the courage to continue in the face of adversity and do this with determination to find effective solutions.
Creativity&nbsp;– We bring an open-minded approach and flexibility to our thinking and actions and enable others to do the same.&nbsp; 

		
	

 
 
 
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Counsellor on Placement West Midlands

<h2>Job overview</h2>KIS International School Reignwood Park is searching for and experienced and qualified Counsellor of SEL who will support the students (Grades 6-11) in high quality teaching and learning and to nurture their well-being. The Secondary School is an authorized DP school and will be completing MYP authorisation in November 2025. Our Secondary School teachers are required to inspire, shape, and lead the school community as we establish our school and inaugurate our Grade 11 DP class. If you have a strong desire to develop inquiring minds and enable and support learners to develop the skills they will need for academic and personal success we welcome your application. KIS International School Reignwood Park is situated on a 60-acre campus with purpose-built and state-of-the-art facilities within the tranquil Reignwood Park community. Each section of the school - the Early Years, Primary, and Secondary School - is nestled in its own self-contained environment within the larger campus. Beyond purpose-built academic buildings, our campus features world-class facilities: a spacious auditorium and exhibition center, an expansive sports complex with professional-standard sports halls and gymnasiums, a 1,000-seat stadium, and a dedicated boarding village among many more.&nbsp;

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