Middle School Student Counselor - GEMS Education - Dubai, UAE

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 133,920 - 189,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Access to professional development

GEMS Rewards programme

Supportive and collaborative school environment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Gems Education UAE is looking for a Middle School Student Counselor to provide academic, personal, and emotional guidance in a British curriculum environment. This full-time position in Dubai focuses on holistic student development and positive school culture.

The role requires a degree in education or psychology, along with experience in school counseling. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to student wellbeing. Competitive tax-free salary and professional development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year school-based counseling experience or relevant student support experience.
• Strong understanding of child and adolescent development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with high emotional intelligence.
• Ability to build trust with students and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to continuous professional growth.
• Valid enhanced DBS or equivalent police clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a comprehensive school counseling programme.
• Provide individual and group counseling addressing academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Support student transitions and promote positive adjustment within the school environment.
• Develop proactive anti-bullying guidelines and student wellbeing initiatives.
• Maintain detailed and confidential student records tracking progress and achievements.
• Establish systems for parent communication regarding academic or behavioral concerns.
• Coordinate with external professionals when additional student support is required.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to promote holistic development programmes.
• Administer appropriate aptitude and achievement assessments.
• Uphold safeguarding policies and GEMS standards.
• Participate in staff meetings, committees, and additional school responsibilities.

Skills

Student counseling and wellbeing support

Academic guidance and progress monitoring

Behavioral intervention strategies

Parent and stakeholder communication

Record keeping and data tracking

Safeguarding compliance

Conflict resolution and mediation

Programme development and implementation

Education

Bachelor of Education or degree in Psychology, Counseling, or related field

Job description

Position Overview

Middle School Student Counselor in Dubai, UAE provides comprehensive academic, personal, social, and emotional guidance to students within a British curriculum school environment. This role supports holistic student development, wellbeing initiatives, and positive school culture while ensuring students achieve success both academically and personally.

Job Details

• Country: UAE
• City: Dubai
• Industry: Primary/Secondary Education
• Function: Social Service
• Salary: 12000-17000 monthly (Market estimated)
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement a comprehensive school counseling programme
• Provide individual and group counseling addressing academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs
• Support student transitions and promote positive adjustment within the school environment
• Develop proactive anti-bullying guidelines and student wellbeing initiatives
• Maintain detailed and confidential student records tracking progress and achievements
• Establish systems for parent communication regarding academic or behavioral concerns
• Coordinate with external professionals when additional student support is required
• Collaborate with senior leadership to promote holistic development programmes
• Administer appropriate aptitude and achievement assessments
• Uphold safeguarding policies and GEMS standards at all times
• Participate in staff meetings, committees, and additional school responsibilities

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor of Education or degree in Psychology, Counseling, or related field
• Minimum one year school-based counseling experience or relevant student support experience
• Strong understanding of child and adolescent development
• Excellent interpersonal skills with high emotional intelligence
• Ability to build trust with students and maintain confidentiality
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Commitment to continuous professional growth
• Availability from August 2026
• Valid enhanced DBS or equivalent police clearance

Skills Set

• Student counseling and wellbeing support
• Academic guidance and progress monitoring
• Behavioral intervention strategies
• Parent and stakeholder communication
• Record keeping and data tracking
• Safeguarding compliance
• Conflict resolution and mediation
• Programme development and implementation

Why Join Us

• Competitive tax-free salary
• Access to professional development within a global education network
• GEMS Rewards programme offering lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Opportunity to contribute to holistic student development
• Supportive and collaborative school environment
• Career growth opportunities within an international education group

About the Company

GEMS Education is a leading global education provider operating British curriculum and international schools across the UAE and worldwide. With a strong commitment to academic excellence and student wellbeing, GEMS schools foster inclusive environments that prepare students to become confident, responsible, and globally minded individuals.