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<h2>Job overview</h2>The British School Manila is seeking an outstanding School Counsellor to join our team starting August 2026. School: The British School Manila (BSM) Location: Bonifacio Global City, Manila, Philippines Contract type: Full-time (Fixed-term)Start date: August 2026 The successful candidate will join our established, supportive, innovative and proactive counselling team who keep up to date with current research and work as an integrated part of our school community to support well-being and mental health across the school. Why work with us… &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Vibrant Location: The Philippines and Manila offer a great lifestyle and standard of living (<a href="https://youtu.be/3MxcwlzUHuo" target="_blank">Life at BSM and Beyond</a>). &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Competitive international package: Comprehensive international benefits, including relocation support. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Professional Growth: A dynamic learning culture where you’ll be supported, challenged and encouraged to innovate. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Community Spirit: A welcoming School with a strong sense of family from the moment you arrive. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Commitment to Retention: Our staff stay because they thrive. BSM’s high average tenure reflects the strength of our community. What we’re looking for &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;The successful candidate will hold the following qualifications and experience: <ul><li>Degree (preferably Masters) in Counselling or closely related field. </li><li>A minimum of three years’ school counselling experience, preferably in an international school setting.</li><li>Experience supporting the youngest learners in school, their class teachers and their families (Nursery to Year 2).</li></ul>In addition to exceptional school counselling skills, the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate the following professional attributes: <ul><li>Demonstrate our Core Values of Respect, Integrity and Kindness. </li><li>Exceptional communication, interpersonal skills and professionalism.</li><li>Invest in personal and professional development and that of others.</li><li>Commitment to supporting the well-being of all students.</li><li>Active collaboration with the counselling team and our multidisciplinary student support services team.</li><li>Commitment to establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with external mental health and well-being specialists.</li><li>Professional alignment with our whole school goals, including those set out in our DEIB commitment statement.</li><li>Contribute to our whole school well-being development plan.</li></ul>•	A willingness to contribute to the wider life of the school, including engaging with school events and parent workshops. How to register your interest &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Please apply via Schrole Connect, submitting: <ul><li>Your CV </li><li>A brief cover letter (maximum 500 words) outlining:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 1. Your school counselling experience and notable achievements&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;2. Your interest in BSM<ul><li>Relevant details about your dependents (e.g., spouse/partner and children). If your spouse/partner has an academic or teaching background, kindly indicate this, as they may be considered for future opportunities within our school.</li></ul> Safeguarding The British School Manila is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our safer recruitment process and in line with best practice internationally, all appointments will undergo rigorous screening. This will include identity verification, comprehensive reference checks and criminal record checks from all countries of residence covering the candidate’s entire employment history. Thank you for your interest. We look forward to hearing from inspiring Senior School educators ready to make a difference with us in the future.

School Counsellor

<h2>Job overview</h2>ISB partners with Search Associates and Schrole to support our recruitment efforts. Candidate who have active Search Associates profiles, may apply directly through their APLi platform—no further action is required. Candidates with a Schrole account, may click on the “Sign in to Apply" button. All other candidates can may apply by:<ul><li>Creating a Schrole membership and choosing a free membership (limited) or opting for a full, all access membership ($50)</li><li>Applying directly to ISB (<a href="mailto:jobs@isb.ac.th" target="_blank">jobs@isb.ac.th</a>) and including a cover letter, updated resume and a list of at least three references</li></ul>Please Note:• Background checks are required for all successful candidates• Benefits are provided to faculty members and up to one dependent• ISB reserves the right to close a position prior to the application deadline when the successful candidate is identified Position Overview:International School Bangkok seeks an Elementary School Counselor to support elementary age learners. Counselors are proactive leaders who work with students, teachers, and parents to promote academic, social, and emotional growth. They provide responsive services, guide SEL lessons, facilitate small groups, and help develop behavior and support plans. Collaboration with teachers, families, and specialists ensures care for every child. A counseling license and three years’ ES counseling experience are required, with SEL, MTSS/RTI, and parent partnership expertise valued. Counselors at ISB:<ul><li>Provide meaningful, intentional learning opportunities aligned with the practices, standards, benchmarks, and learning outcomes of the ISB curriculum, along with its Vision, Mission, Core Values, and Community of Practice</li><li>Actively participate in collaborative team meetings with a growth mindset and focus on improving learning for all students</li><li>Partner with teachers, administration, and other staff to ensure care and support for the social, emotional and learning success of students</li><li>Engage in professional development to ensure research-supported practices in the instruction and care of children are used at ISB</li><li>Communicate directly and collaboratively with parents or guardians to positively improve student learning and/or well-being</li><li>Positively contribute to school culture through positivity, care for others, and shared sense of purpose and community</li><li>Maintain a mindset of high expectations facilitated through systems of high support</li><li>Participate in the Admissions Process: review files, interpret findings of outside assessments, and make recommendations which may include assessing new students, conducting intake interviews, meeting with families, etc.</li></ul>Other Duties:&nbsp;<ul><li>Collaborate with teachers and leadership teams to integrate social-emotional learning and wellbeing into daily classroom practice and the wider school experience</li><li>Use counseling expertise to support proactive systems of student care, including MTSS structures, responsive services, and Tier 2 interventions that promote growth for all learners</li><li>Serve as a visible advocate for student wellbeing, strengthening connections among school, home, and community to ensure every child feels safe, supported, and ready to learn</li><li>Facilitate parent education workshops and information sessions on topics related to child development, wellbeing, and safeguarding</li><li>Support student and family transitions, including orientation for new students, grade-to-grade moves, and departures</li><li>Encouraged to support student participation and connection through sponsorship of a student club or non-stipended extracurricular activity</li><li>Crisis response at the individual or whole school level; Serve as a active member of the Safeguarding Team.</li></ul>

Elementary School Counselor

<h2>Job overview</h2>ISB partners with Search Associates and Schrole to support our recruitment efforts. Candidate who have active Search Associates profiles, may apply directly through their APLi platform—no further action is required. Candidates with a Schrole account, may click on the “Sign in to Apply" button. All other candidates can may apply by:<ul><li>Creating a Schrole membership and choosing a free membership (limited) or opting for a full, all access membership ($50)</li><li>Applying directly to ISB (<a href="mailto:jobs@isb.ac.th" target="_blank">jobs@isb.ac.th</a>) and including a cover letter, updated resume and a list of at least three references</li></ul>Please Note:• Background checks are required for all successful candidates• Benefits are provided to faculty members and up to one dependent• ISB reserves the right to close a position prior to the application deadline when the successful candidate is identified Position Overview:ISB seeks an experienced High School Counselor with a proven track record of supporting adolescents’ personal and academic growth while fostering well-being, resilience, and social-emotional development. HS Counselors at ISB work closely with students, parents, faculty, and administrators to provide guidance, individualized planning, and proactive support. The ideal candidate will have experience designing programs that strengthen social-emotional skills, foster leadership, and promote positive peer relationships.&nbsp;This role offers the opportunity to create a positive, inclusive school community where students feel supported and challenged. The successful candidate will collaborate with university counselors, administrators, and faculty to help students take ownership of their learning, build confidence and self-awareness, and thrive both inside and outside the classroom. Counselors at ISB:<ul><li>Collaborate in team meetings with a growth mindset, focusing on student learning and well-being</li><li>Provide short-term individual and group counseling for personal, academic, social, and behavioral concerns</li><li>Help students develop personal, social, and academic goals</li><li>Respond to the diversity and individual differences of students</li><li>Serve on the student support team, managing referrals and coordinating support for student needs</li><li>Assist with course planning and registration</li><li>Consult and collaborate with parents, administrators, teachers, psychologists, and outside professionals</li><li>Meet individually with all advisees/counsellees</li><li>Coordinate orientation and transitions programs for new students and grade-level moves</li><li>Support the Advisory program and deliver SEL content</li><li>Guide students and parents through external counseling, testing, or other psychological support</li><li>Participate in and lead as needed on the Crisis Response Team</li><li>Develop growth opportunities for students in leadership, community-building, and social-emotional skills</li><li>Engage in professional development to ensure research-supported counseling practices</li><li>Contribute to an articulated, school-wide counseling program and a safe, healthy school environment</li><li>Support Student Safeguarding training for students, faculty, and community</li><li>Positively contribute to school culture through care, collaboration, and shared purpose</li><li>Maintain high expectations supported by systems of strong support</li></ul>Other Duties:&nbsp;<ul><li>Support student participation and connection through sponsorship of a student club or non-stipended extracurricular activity</li><li>Chaperone and co-lead students participating in the High School DELVE experiential learning week</li></ul>

High School Counselor

<h2>Job overview</h2>ISB partners with Search Associates and Schrole to support our recruitment efforts. Candidate who have active Search Associates profiles, may apply directly through their APLi platform—no further action is required. Candidates with a Schrole account, may click on the “Sign in to Apply" button. All other candidates can may apply by:<ul><li>Creating a Schrole membership and choosing a free membership (limited) or opting for a full, all access membership ($50)</li><li>Applying directly to ISB (<a href="mailto:jobs@isb.ac.th" target="_blank">jobs@isb.ac.th</a>) and including a cover letter, updated resume and a list of at least three references</li></ul>Please Note:• Background checks are required for all successful candidates• Benefits are provided to faculty members and up to one dependent• ISB reserves the right to close a position prior to the application deadline when the successful candidate is identified Position Overview:ISB is reimagining how it can best meet the social-emotional, academic, and wellbeing needs of Middle School students and beyond. Middle School is seeking School Counselors who are also skilled teachers and mentors to help lead the way. ISB plans a future course titled, “MyPath,” to start in grade 6 in 2027-28, through which counselors will guide small cohorts of students as they explore their strengths, practice human-centered competencies, and build skills for a rapidly changing world. This innovative course is designed to be an incubator for curiosity, purpose, and wellbeing, where students will learn to chart their own future with the support of a caring adult.&nbsp;In addition to teaching in this course, the role also includes serving as a counselor for a smaller caseload of students. If you are energized by innovation, curriculum design, and committed to coaching and mentoring young adolescents, we invite you to join us. Counselors at ISB:<ul><li>Identify, assess, support, and respond to student issues like (but not limited to): personal safety, academic scheduling, safeguarding, social-emotional challenges, etc.</li><li>Provide meaningful, intentional learning opportunities aligned with the practices, standards, benchmarks, and learning outcomes of the ISB curriculum, along with its Vision, Mission, Core Values, and Community of Practice</li><li>Actively participate in collaborative team meetings with a growth mindset and focus on improving learning for all students</li><li>Partner with teachers, counselors, administration, and other staff to ensure care and support for the social, emotional and learning success of students</li><li>Assess student wellbeing and/or learning and provide timely, quality feedback to support students</li><li>Adjust for students’ needs using a data informed approach</li><li>Demonstrate skill at differentiating for students needing enrichment as well as those needing support</li><li>Engage in professional development to ensure research-supported practices in the instruction and care of children are used at ISB</li><li>Communicate directly and collaboratively with parents or guardians to positively improve student learning and well-being</li><li>Positively contribute to school culture through positivity, care for others, and shared sense of purpose and community</li><li>Maintain a mindset of high expectations facilitated through systems of high support</li></ul> Other Duties:&nbsp;<ul><li>Support student participation and connection through sponsorship of a student club or non-stipended extracurricular activity</li><li>Lead teacher teams through student support conversations focused on various levels of support from Tier 1 instruction to a referral process for Tier 3 services</li><li>Host parent workshops relevant to raising adolescents and parenting strategies</li><li>Collaborate with the schoolwide counseling team on safeguarding, wellbeing response, and risk prevention</li><li>Support administration in crisis response as appropriate</li></ul>

Middle School Counselor

<h2>Job overview</h2>Purpose of the Role: The School Counsellor plays a central role in supporting the social, emotional, and mental wellbeing of secondary learners as they navigate the complexities of adolescence, academic challenge, and personal growth. As Citizens School’s Wellbeing Ambassador, the counsellor leads initiatives that promote emotional intelligence, resilience, and belonging. This role ensures wellbeing is a lived experience across all areas of school life aligned with the Citizens vision to inspire, empower, and help every individual thrive. Key Accountabilities For Learners<ul><li>Provide individual and group counselling to support emotional regulation, self-awareness, and positive peer relationships.</li><li> </li><li>Address adolescent wellbeing themes including stress management, identity development, digital behaviour, and social connection.</li><li> </li><li>Support and mentor the Mindful Mantas Team, empowering learners to champion balance, mindfulness, and peer support.</li><li> </li><li>Design and deliver wellbeing and SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) programs that build empathy, confidence, and resilience.</li><li> </li><li>Collaborate with mentors, inclusion teams, and heads of year to ensure every learner receives tailored social-emotional support.</li><li> </li><li>Develop transition and orientation programmes that support learners’ movement through key stages, especially into senior school and post-16 pathways.</li></ul> For Staff<ul><li>Inspire, support and guide staff to integrate wellbeing and SEL practices into everyday learning and pastoral care.</li><li> </li><li>Facilitate staff wellbeing committee meetings and coordinate initiatives that enhance balance, engagement, and positive mental health.</li><li> </li><li>Act as a connector between staff and SLT, ensuring staff voices are valued and aligned with the school’s wellbeing vision.</li><li> </li><li>Provide professional development and one-to-one support to strengthen staff confidence in managing secondary learner wellbeing.</li><li> </li><li>Lead termly staff wellbeing events and end-of-year activities that reinforce community and morale.</li></ul> For Parents <ul><li>Partner with parents through workshops, coffee mornings, and consultations to strengthen home understanding of adolescent wellbeing.</li><li> </li><li>Provide guidance on supporting young people through academic pressure, social media influence, and emotional growth.</li><li> </li><li>Enhance parent-school collaboration through clear communication and shared wellbeing strategies.</li><li> </li><li>Support the integration and wellbeing of new families and learners entering the Citizens community.</li></ul> Whole-School Wellbeing Ambassador <ul><li>Work as part of a team to design and implementation of a whole-school wellbeing strategy that reflects inclusivity, empathy, and lifelong learning, with a clear focus on secondary development.</li><li> </li><li>Work with the wellbeing team to organise signature wellbeing events such as Wellbeing Wednesday, Digital Detox Week, Anti-Bullying Awareness, and Mental Health Month.</li><li> </li><li>Collaborate with learner Year Leads to plan assemblies and campaigns promoting mental health literacy, respect, and emotional growth.</li><li> </li><li>Input into the KHDA Wellbeing SEF, ensuring alignment with inspection expectations and continuous improvement.</li><li> </li><li>Review and refine the Wellbeing Policy in collaboration with the wellbeing &amp; leadership team.</li><li> </li><li>Conduct wellbeing surveys for learners, staff, and parents to assess cultural and emotional climate, using insights to shape future action.</li><li> </li><li>Celebrate learner-led acts of kindness, service, and resilience, embedding wellbeing as a defining feature of the Citizens identity.</li></ul>Safeguarding, Inclusion and Wellbeing Citizens School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We execute rigorous recruitment procedures that ensure all employees and volunteers are suitable to work with children and young adults.<ul><li>Share responsibility for safeguarding all members of the school community, taking proactive and preventative measures.</li><li> </li><li>Uphold all school policies and procedures.</li><li> </li><li>Work collaboratively to maintain an inclusive culture, free of bias and prejudice, ensuring that every learner feels valued and supported.</li><li> </li><li>Promote the general progress and wellbeing of all learners and report concerns appropriately.</li><li> </li><li>Provide guidance and advice to learners on academic, pastoral and social matters.</li><li> </li><li>Ensure that learners experience a personalised educational programme that supports both academic and emotional growth.</li><li> </li><li>Support mentors in managing learner behaviour for positive outcomes, aligned with the School’s Behaviour for Learning policy.</li><li> </li><li>Model professionalism, empathy, and emotional regulation as part of daily conduct.</li><li> </li><li>Additionally, all staff are required to undertake any other duties that may be allocated, in consultation with the Principal.</li></ul> Qualifications, Skills &amp; Attributes Degree in Counselling, Psychology, Education, or related field (Master’s preferred). Professional certification in school counselling, adolescent psychology, or wellbeing support. Proven experience in supporting secondary learners through wellbeing, SEL, or pastoral programmes. A warm, empathetic, and professional communicator who builds trust with adolescents and families. An adaptable, proactive, and positive individual who leads through example and inspires others to prioritise wellbeing. Professional Standards Uphold the safeguarding and child protection policies of Citizens School. Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and inclusivity in all practices. Model wellbeing, balance, and resilience in professional and personal practice. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of adolescent wellbeing trends, research, and best practice in educational psychology.&nbsp; How to Apply To apply, please submit the following documents: Completed Citizens TES Application Form Up-to-date CV with a recent photograph Cover letter outlining your suitability for the role Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged. Start Date: Immediate Safeguarding Commitment: Citizens School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Diversity &amp; Inclusion Statement: Citizens School is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment. We value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and perspectives, and strive to build a team where diversity is respected and celebrated.

School Counsellor/ Citizens School, Dubai, UAE

LocationSouthwest England

	PositionLearning and Practice (L&amp;P)

	Advertising Salary£5,909 pro rata (from FTE of £29,543 p.a) 

	Vacancy TypePermanent

	Careers Site Advertising End Date02 Nov 2025

	HoursHours Per Week:7

	Working PatternWednesday

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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.
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.
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Closing date for applications: Midnight on 02 November 2025
Interview date: 06 November 2025

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#d9b3b6bbaa99a9b5b8babcebbbbcf7b6abbef7acb2">[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;
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, Hill View Primary School, Bournmouth

<h2>Job overview</h2>Key Responsibilities: •&nbsp; &nbsp; Provide individual and group counseling to students •&nbsp; &nbsp; Develop and support existing programs to promote personal growth, and social-emotional well-being •&nbsp; &nbsp; Collaborate with teachers and staff to identify and address student needs •&nbsp; &nbsp; Help in identifying the students at risk and do the follow up •&nbsp; &nbsp; Communicate with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and concerns •&nbsp; &nbsp; Create and maintain accurate and up-to-date student records&nbsp; •&nbsp; &nbsp; Provide crisis intervention and support as needed •&nbsp; &nbsp; Participate in professional development and stay current with trends and best practices in the field •&nbsp; &nbsp; Support in the organisation of pastoral events, such as Word Mental Health day or Safer internet day. •&nbsp; &nbsp; Teach PSHE and organise specific workshops for Primary and Secondary students Qualifications: •&nbsp; &nbsp; Master's degree in counseling or related field •&nbsp; &nbsp; State licensure or certification as a school counselor •&nbsp; &nbsp; Strong communication and interpersonal skills •&nbsp; &nbsp; Ability to work independently and as part of a team •&nbsp; &nbsp; Experience working with diverse populations •&nbsp; &nbsp; Strong understanding of child development and ability to work with students of all ages •&nbsp; &nbsp; Experience working with different age groups •&nbsp; &nbsp; Confidence with adult interaction (parents meetings, external professional meetings) What we offer besides the sunshine: • Full time permanent contract • Meal vouchers (tickets restaurants) • Summer holiday and Christmas vouchers • Social security and optional health insurance • On-site welfare advice and support and help with banking arrangements. • A caring and supportive Senior and Middle Leadership Team with a mission “to do what is right” and to offer individualised support to all members of staff.

School counsellor

<h2>Job overview</h2>POSITION TITLE:			Primary CounselorDIRECT SUPERVISOR:			Primary School PrincipalREMUNERATION:&nbsp; &nbsp;CONTRACT DAYS:		 	190 daysPERIOD OF APPOINTMENT:		Per Employment ContractDIRECT REPORTS:			not applicable MissionWe challenge, inspire and empower learners to develop their unique potential in our changing world. VisionWe will lead the way toward a sustainable future.&nbsp; ValuesBalance, Respect, Resilience, Innovation and Courage VIS Definition of Learning&nbsp;We learn when we build and apply new understandings and skills in a variety of contexts. VIS Learning PrinciplesThe following research-based learning principles guide our teaching practice:- Learners at the center: Recognizing learners as core participants and encouraging active engagement.- Learners are unique: Engaging all learners and adapting to individual needs.- Learners have emotions: Understanding the role of emotion and being aware of individual motivations.- Learners have potential: Embracing challenging expectations while understanding individual variations.- Learners are collaborative: Recognizing the value of social interaction to engage with multiple perspectives.- Learners make connections: Linking understandings and transferring learning to new situations.- Learners are reflective: Having a clear purpose, understanding next steps, and using feedback to support growth. IB Learner Profile:Inquirers, Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Communicators, Principled, Open-minded, Caring, Risk-takers, Balanced, Reflective POSITION OVERVIEW The Primary School Counselor plays a key role in supporting the academic, social, and emotional well-being of students in the primary years. As part of a diverse international school community, the counselor works collaboratively with students, families, teachers, and administrators to create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every child can thrive. The role involves providing individual and group counseling, implementing preventative programs, supporting transitions, and promoting social-emotional learning that reflects the school’s mission and values. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Student Support- Provide short-term, solution-focused individual and group counseling to students.- Support students in developing self-awareness, coping strategies, resilience, and conflict-resolution skills.- Identify and respond to students’ social, emotional, or behavioral needs, referring to outside professionals when appropriate.- Proactively supports students in navigating transitions, including entering, moving between, and leaving the school. Program Development &amp; Delivery- Design and deliver age-appropriate social-emotional learning (SEL) lessons aligned with the school’s values and developmental benchmarks.- Collaborate with the Counseling Team, Director of Student Support, the Director of Holistic Learning, and teachers to integrate SEL into the classroom environment and curriculum.- Lead proactive initiatives to foster a positive, safe, and inclusive school culture.- Organize and facilitate parent education workshops on relevant topics such as resilience, digital well-being, and&nbsp; &nbsp; positive parenting. Collaboration, Consultation &amp; Safeguarding- Work closely with teachers and the Student Support Team to identify student needs and share and implement strategies for academic and personal growth.- Consult with parents to provide guidance on developmental, social, and emotional issues.- Serve as a resource and advocate for students, ensuring their voices are heard and needs are considered in decision-making.- Actively promote and uphold child safeguarding policies and procedures, serving as a first responder for student concerns.- Serve as a member of the Child Safeguarding team while serving as a Child Safeguarding Officer (CSO). while helping to ensure compliance with school protocols and collaborating with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) when managing disclosures or concerns.- Contribute to school-wide initiatives related to well-being, safeguarding, and child protection. Professional Responsibilities- Maintain accurate records and documentation of counseling services.- Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards in line with international counseling best practices.- Engage in ongoing professional learning to stay current with best practices in school counseling, child protection, and international education.- Participate in faculty meetings, professional learning communities, and school events. QUALIFICATIONS &amp; EXPERIENCE: - Bachelor’s degree in School Counseling, Counseling Psychology, or a related field.- Relevant certification or licensure as a school counselor.- Prior experience as a counselor in a primary/elementary school setting, ideally in an international or multicultural environment.- Strong knowledge of child development, counseling practices, and social-emotional learning frameworks.- Demonstrated knowledge of international child protection and safeguarding practices, with experience responding appropriately to disclosures and concerns.- Proven ability to maintain confidentiality while prioritizing student safety and well-being.- Demonstrated cultural competence and the ability to support a diverse student population.- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.- Familiarity with the IB PYP curriculum preferred VALUES&nbsp;At Vientiane International School, we value diversity, inclusivity, respect for others, integrity, responsibility, empathy,and compassion. The ideal candidate should share these values and attitudes while also being committed to promoting student wellbeing through individualized support that fosters social-emotional growth and academic success. WHAT WE OFFER:- A supportive, collegial, and innovative learning community.- Professional development opportunities, including IB training.- Competitive compensation and benefits package.- The opportunity to live and work in a vibrant and beautiful country of Laos. If you meet these qualifications and share our values at Vientiane International School, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

Primary Counselor

<h2>Job overview</h2>Required for 12 January - 9 October 2026 NIST is looking for an effective and connected counsellor to join our student support team as a maternity cover. The ideal candidate will be sensitive and knowledgeable about the needs that arise in an international school and have a successful background in the academic, social &amp; emotional counselling of middle school adolescents in a multicultural and international setting. The ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams is essential. Being able to offer effective intervention and proactive class or group-based counselling sessions is also necessary. Candidates require a thorough knowledge of and experience in counselling middle school students, together with the requisite professional qualifications. Outstanding communication (both written/spoken) is expected. Professional expectations: -&nbsp; Promote a welcoming, accepting and positive environment -&nbsp; Meet with individual students to address their social, emotional, academic or behavioural needs -&nbsp; Teach in the advisory programme topics related to academic, social &amp; emotional well-being -&nbsp; Help to develop the wellbeing programme and the capacity of advisors and Heads of Year -&nbsp; Liaise with teachers and act as a resource in providing expertise on sensitive topics -&nbsp; Collaborate with teachers regarding students' academic performance and/or social/emotional development -&nbsp; Develop positive partnerships between home and school and meet with parents as needed -&nbsp; Provide parent workshops relating to the academic/social-emotional world of adolescents -&nbsp; Maintain confidential and accurate files -&nbsp; Provide support to students transitioning into, within, or out of NIST -&nbsp; Work collaboratively with other student support personnel to address individual student needs -&nbsp; Be fully aware of MTSS best practices and act accordingly with interventional requirements -&nbsp; Maintain school-wide crisis protocols and provide intervention services as required -&nbsp; Be supportive and compassionate, but have high expectations for all students -&nbsp; Be flexible, patient and supportive -&nbsp; Be an effective and positive department collaborator -&nbsp; Possess beliefs aligned with the school's mission, vision and values -&nbsp; Utilise different cultural practices aligned with international mindedness -&nbsp; Value a holistic educational experience and an ability to connect with students -&nbsp; Contribute to the school's extra-curricular activities/service programmes -&nbsp; Support the school community, maintain professional standards, and trust -&nbsp; Perform duties in accordance with NIST's Professional and Child Safeguarding Codes of Conduct -&nbsp; Complete other duties as assigned by the school's leadership team NIST is an ambitious school with a mission to do our best for every student. As such, NIST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices, and all appointments are subject to interview, satisfactory references, identity, and criminal record checks.

Middle School Counsellor (Personal & Academic) - Maternity Cover

<h2>Job overview</h2>POSITION: SCHOOL COUNSELLOR Highgate International School Thailand will open in August 2026. A premium international school located in the beautiful province of Chonburi, it will cater for students between the ages of 2 and 18. Operated in partnership with Siam Motors Group and Highgate School, London, staff will enjoy access to a wide range of world-class facilities, to include a full-sized FIFA approved football pitch, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, a 450-seater auditorium, a black-box theatre, a STEM building and a Library and Digital Media Centre. They will draw upon a rich academic heritage spanning 460 years. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The School Counsellor will: <ul><li>Provide a wide range of tailored counselling services for students, student groups and the families of students assigned to Pre-Prep and Junior School classes</li><li>Plan, implement and review preventative and responsive programmes connected to the health and wellbeing of the student population</li><li>Foster curiosity, rigour, engagement, enthusiasm, community and kindness among the student population</li><li>Develop a close network of supportive relationships with external service providers</li><li>Act as a primary member of the school safeguarding team</li><li>Maintain, manage and review confidential records</li><li>Work in accordance with school policy and in the wider interests of the school</li><li>Contribute positively to a school culture founded upon the considered maintenance of high expectations</li><li>Communicate effectively with members of the wider school community</li><li>Attend regular meetings and support the safe running of the school campus#</li></ul> KEY CHARACTERISTICS The School Counsellor will: <ul><li>Be passionate about the development of young people</li><li>Have integrity and exhibit outstanding communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Be compassionate, warm, adaptable and upbeat</li><li>Demonstrate exceptional ethical judgement</li><li>Have a pioneering attitude</li></ul> QUALIFICATIONS &amp; EXPERIENCE The School Counsellor will:<ul><li>Hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in counselling, psychology, social work or a closely related field</li><li>Have a minimum of three years of post-qualification experience of working with children, ideally in a school setting</li><li>Demonstrate an exceptional knowledge of childhood development</li><li>Have experience of supporting the development of young people who hold English as an additional language</li></ul> SAFEGUARDING Highgate International School Thailand is committed to the protection of children. Candidates for all roles will be required to provide detailed information pertaining to their personal identity, employment history and qualifications. Background checks will be undertaken to ensure the suitability of candidates to work in a school and alongside young people.

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