Student Counsellor

Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.Establish procedures and time frames to provide students with academic, personal, social, emotional and psychological counseling.Work with new students to ensure a smooth adjustment to the school.Establish procedures for securing external assistance for students with personal problems and emotional needs.Work with the senior management team to develop experiences and activities which are beneficial for students' holistic development, and which promote responsibility, leadership skills, cooperation and other personal and social skills.Maintain student records on progress, achievements, activities and interests.Establish proactive guidelines and procedures to deal with bullying.Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school staff to develop intervention plans and monitor student progress.Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.Maintain confidential records of counselling sessions and student progress.Promote a safe and inclusive school environment.Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.Job Description Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.Establish procedures and time frames to provide students with academic, personal, social, emotional and psychological counseling.Work with new students to ensure a smooth adjustment to the school.Establish procedures for securing external assistance for students with personal problems and emotional needs.Work with the senior management team to develop experiences and activities which are beneficial for students' holistic development, and which promote responsibility, leadership skills, cooperation and other personal and social skills.Maintain student records on progress, achievements, activities and interests.Establish proactive guidelines and procedures to deal with bullying.Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school staff to develop intervention plans and monitor student progress.Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.Maintain confidential records of counselling sessions and student progress.Promote a safe and inclusive school environment.Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.Perform other duties as requested by direct & dotted reporting line managers / supervisors.Skills Qualifications: Bachelor's and Master's degree in Counselling/Psychology.Skills: Experience working with children and adolescents in an educational setting preferred.Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.Ability to handle sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism.Knowledge of counselling theories, techniques, and ethical standards.GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.Education Psychology Seniority level Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Education and Training Industries Education Administration Programs Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at GEMS Education by 2x SEN Teacher - Dubai Schools Nad Al Sheba - August 2025Kindergarten Teacher – Top Nursery School, Dubai – August 2025 Start, ASQ INTERNATIONALKG Teacher - Dubai Schools Al Barsha - August 2025Key Stage 1 Teacher – August 2025 start - Sunmarke School Key Stage 2 Teacher - August 2025 start - Regent International School We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr