Student Careers Counsellor & Pathways Lead

Taaleem Holdings; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Taaleem Holdings is seeking a Careers Counsellor to provide high-quality guidance helping students progress to higher education or employment. You will lead careers advice, coordinate university applications, and organise career pathway events across the school and wider community.

You will build relationships with UAE and international universities, support work experience programmes, and ensure smooth assessment processes while maintaining thorough student records for senior leadership review.

Qualifications

• Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Advice or equivalent qualification.
• At least 2 years in a similar setting or school environment.
• Ability to build relationships with universities in UAE and overseas.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on careers, options pathways and support organisations for students.
• Prioritise guidance for students and parents at key transitions (Year 9–13 plans).
• Coordinate university applications, personal statements, transcripts and references.
• Organise and manage education and career pathway events (university fairs, guest speakers).
• Interview students 1:1 or in groups to develop transition and action plans.
• Maintain detailed records on applications, acceptances and destinations for leadership reporting.

Skills

Career guidance

Student support

University liaison

Event management

Education

Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Advice

Job description

Taaleem Holdings is seeking a Careers Counsellor to provide high-quality guidance helping students progress to higher education or employment. You will lead careers advice, coordinate university applications, and organise career pathway events across the school and wider community.

You will build relationships with UAE and international universities, support work experience programmes, and ensure smooth assessment processes while maintaining thorough student records for senior leadership review.