Career Counsellors

Seek Teachers; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in the UAE seeks a passionate Careers Counsellor to support students in planning their futures and preparing for university pathways. The ideal candidate will provide individual counselling, organize career days, and maintain up-to-date records. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree, strong interpersonal skills, and a minimum of 3 years experience in counselling within an international or secondary school environment. The position offers up to AED 15,000/month, housing allowance, and medical insurance.

Benefits

Housing allowance

Annual flight

Medical insurance

End-of-service gratuity

Professional development

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a similar counselling role within an international or secondary school setting.
• Based in the UAE or willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counselling sessions to support students with career exploration.
• Guide students through university applications.
• Organize career days and university fairs.

Skills

Strong understanding of global university admissions processes

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to inspire and support students from diverse backgrounds

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Education, Psychology, or related field)

Postgraduate qualification in Counselling or Career Guidance

Job description

We are recruiting a passionate and experienced Careers Counsellor on behalf of a leading international school in the UAE. The successful candidate will support students in identifying their strengths, planning their futures, and preparing for university or career pathways. This role is ideal for someone who is student‑focused, organized, and knowledgeable about international higher education systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counselling sessions to support students with career exploration and planning.
• Guide students through university applications (e.g., UCAS, Common App, OUAC), scholarship options, and admission requirements.
• Organize career days, university fairs, guest speakers, and internship opportunities.
• Advise on subject choices in relation to post‑secondary pathways (IB / IGCSE / US curriculum knowledge preferred).
• Maintain up‑to‑date records of student meetings, university applications, and placement outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with international universities and institutions.
• Provide support to parents regarding university admissions timelines and options.
• Collaborate with academic staff and leadership on curriculum planning and student support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (Education, Psychology, or related field); a postgraduate qualification in Counselling or Career Guidance is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a similar counselling role within an international or secondary school setting.
• Strong understanding of global university admissions processes (UK, US, Canada, Europe, etc.).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to inspire and support students from diverse backgrounds.
• Fluency in English (spoken and written); Arabic or other languages are a plus.
• Based in the UAE or willing to relocate.

What We Offer

• Up to AED 15,000 / month (tax‑free).
• Housing allowance.
• Annual flight.
• Medical insurance.
• End‑of‑service gratuity.
• Professional development and a collaborative school environment.

To Apply

Please send your updated CV and a brief cover letter to :

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