School Counsellor

The Role

The School Counsellor will work collaboratively with students, teachers, and parents to identify and address any challenges students may face, from mental health issues to academic pressures and social dynamics, in accordance with best practices in the UK and internationally. The role will involve offering individual counselling sessions, group workshops, and targeted programs, they help students develop resilience, effective coping strategies, and interpersonal skills. With a deep understanding of the unique pressures faced by international students, counsellors play a crucial role in fostering a supportive school culture that values empathy, diversity, and personal growth.

This role will involve contributing to safeguarding and promoting mental and emotional health of the school community. The role will also involve the maintaining of accurate records of counselling sessions, liaising with external agencies and professionals, and participating in regular supervision and professional development opportunities.

The School Counsellor must also subscribe fully to the core values of the school, demonstrate a commitment to a positive and inclusive school culture, and work collaboratively with a diverse group of stakeholders, including students, parents, teachers, and administrators.

Remuneration

The successful candidate will receive excellent salary and benefits commensurate with their experience.

This will include:

• Competitive salary.
• On-site accommodation (if recruited from overseas) for first year of contract at least. Option to move off-site and receive housing allowance from the second year.
• Start and end of contract flights (for dependent spouse and children too).
• Annual flight allowance (for dependent spouse and children too).
• Medical insurance (for dependent spouse and children too).
• 100% Tuition fees contribution for up to two children, three for teaching couples (50% for subsequent children).
• An end of contract gratuity.

How to Apply

In order to apply, please consider the details of the job description, complete all sections of the application form including the supporting statement that sets out your interest in this position, how you meet the requirements of the role and your ambitions for the school.

The closing date for applications is Friday 6th December, 2024. The school reserves the right to interview outstanding candidates before the closing date, so we encourage early applications.

Safeguarding 

Denla British School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to respect this commitment. The post is subject to an appropriate criminal background check from your home country and also the country you are currently working in, and satisfactory reference checks (which will be followed up by a phone call to each referee). It is essential that one of the references should be completed by your current headteacher.