School Counsellor

The School Counsellor is responsible for supporting students' emotional, social, behavioural, and academic well-being. The role involves providing individual and group counselling, implementing preventive mental health programmes, collaborating with teachers and parents, and promoting a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

School Experience/ Experience in working with school is mandatory.

Role & responsibilities:

Student Counselling

• Provide confidential individual and group counselling to students experiencing academic, emotional, behavioural, or social challenges.
• Conduct assessments to identify students requiring additional support.
• Develop intervention plans and monitor student progress.
• Support students during periods of crisis, transition, or significant life events.

Mental Health & Well-being

• Design and implement well-being programmes, workshops, and awareness campaigns.
• Promote resilience, emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and positive behaviour.
• Support bullying prevention, child protection, and safeguarding initiatives.

Academic & Career Guidance

• Assist students with academic planning and study skills.
• Provide guidance on career exploration, subject selection, and higher education pathways.
• Help students identify their strengths, interests, and future goals.

Parent & Teacher Collaboration

• Work closely with teachers to identify and support students facing academic or behavioural concerns.
• Conduct meetings with parents to discuss student progress and recommend appropriate interventions.
• Provide strategies and resources to support students both at school and at home.

Safeguarding & Crisis Intervention

• Respond appropriately to students at risk of self-harm, abuse, neglect, or other safeguarding concerns.
• Follow school policies and statutory safeguarding procedures.
• Coordinate referrals to external mental health professionals or agencies when required.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, confidential counselling records.
• Prepare reports and maintain documentation in accordance with school policies and applicable regulations.
• Ensure confidentiality while complying with mandatory reporting requirements.

Professional Development

• Stay informed about current counselling practices, child psychology, and educational trends.
• Participate in training, workshops, and school improvement initiatives.

Experience

• 3-8years of counselling experience in a school, educational, or child-focused setting.