SEND International is seeking a dedicated and compassionate High School Counsellor to foster a psychologically healthy school environment and provide essential support to students with additional needs. The successful candidate will guide students in their academic, social, and emotional well-being, while also assisting with career planning and future aspirations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a yearly action plan of counselling programs and initiatives.
- Conduct assessments to evaluate students’ intellectual capacity, academic achievement, and personal strengths.
- Provide individual and group counselling to support students’ social, academic, and emotional well-being.
- Work closely with students in their final year to support their transition to higher education or career pathways.
- Collaborate with teachers and parents to implement strategies that reinforce positive behavior and student development.
- Deliver workshops for teachers to enhance their understanding of student needs and classroom conflict resolution.
- Assist teachers in integrating mental health awareness into academic and extracurricular activities.
- Prepare reports on counselling services and student progress.
- Act as the Student Council Advisor, where applicable.
- Carry out other tasks as assigned by the Head of Student Services.
What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in Counselling, Psychology, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- 2-5 years of experience in school counselling or therapeutic settings.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and coordination abilities.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications; Arabic language skills are an advantage.
Why Join this International SEND School
- Be part of a supportive and inclusive educational environment.
- Make a meaningful impact on students’ academic, emotional, and social growth.
- Work collaboratively with a passionate team of educators and student support staff.
If you are committed to student well-being and want to help shape the future of young learners, we’d love to hear from you!
Claire@sendinternational.co.uk 00 44 +1925 909429
