School Counsellor - Student Wellbeing Support

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 111,600 - 156,240; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to influence student wellbeing

Career progression within a global network

Job summary

Gems Education UAE is seeking a qualified School Counsellor to provide essential support for student wellbeing in Dubai. The role requires the ability to conduct individual and group counselling sessions, develop comprehensive support plans, and collaborate with teachers and parents.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in a relevant field and experience in educational or clinical settings. Join us to make a significant impact on student mental health in a vibrant school environment.

Qualifications

• Practical experience working with children or adolescents in school or clinical settings.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection frameworks.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and empathy.
• Experience within UAE schools is an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group counselling sessions for students.
• Support crisis situations and develop individual intervention plans.
• Design and deliver school-wide wellbeing programmes and awareness campaigns.
• Work closely with teachers and parents to identify and support student needs.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records in line with safeguarding policies.
• Promote mental health awareness and resilience across the school community.

Skills

Counselling techniques and behavioural intervention methods

Case management and documentation systems

Wellbeing programme development

Crisis management and support planning

Communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Education

Master's degree in Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, or related field

Job description

Overview

School Counsellor – Student Wellbeing Support

Location: Dubai, UAE

Industry: Education Management

Function: Social Service

Experience: 3-7 years

Job Type: Full-time Position

Job Details

Country: UAE

City: Dubai

Industry: Education Management

Function: Social Service

Salary: 10,000‑14,000 AED (salary range; confirm final offer with employer)

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: Any

Job Type: Full-time

Context

The School Counsellor plays a vital role in promoting a safe and supportive learning environment by addressing students' emotional and behavioural needs. This position directly contributes to improved student wellbeing, stronger academic outcomes, and a positive school culture through targeted counselling and preventative initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one‑to‑one and group counselling sessions for students
• Support crisis situations and develop individual intervention plans
• Design and deliver school‑wide wellbeing programmes and awareness campaigns
• Work closely with teachers and parents to identify and support student needs
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records in line with safeguarding policies
• Contribute to developing policies that support student welfare and inclusion
• Promote mental health awareness and resilience across the school community

Ideal Profile

• Master's degree in Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, or related field
• Practical experience working with children or adolescents in school or clinical settings
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection frameworks
• Ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism and empathy
• Experience within UAE schools is an advantage
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills

Skills Set

• Counselling techniques and behavioural intervention methods
• Case management and documentation systems
• Wellbeing programme development
• Crisis management and support planning
• Communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to influence student wellbeing at a whole‑school level
• Growing demand for counselling professionals in education sector
• Work within a structured international school environment
• Career progression within a global education network

About the Company

GEMS Education is a leading international education group headquartered in Dubai, delivering high-quality academic programmes with a strong focus on student wellbeing, innovation, and holistic development across its global network of schools.