International School Counsellor — 80%, Immediate Start

Collège Alpin Beau-Soleil SA; Villars-sur-Ollon; On-site; CHF 60,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Collège Alpin Beau-Soleil SA is seeking an experienced School Counsellor for short-term cover (80%). The role focuses on confidential counselling and wellbeing support for international boarding students in Villars-sur-Ollon.

You will collaborate with pastoral, safeguarding and academic teams to provide timely help, maintain records and liaise with parents. The position runs from now until 30 November 2026, with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology or related field required.
• Professional training in counselling/psychotherapy.
• Accreditation eligibility advantageous.
• 3–5 years experience with children or adolescents.
• Experience in international or boarding school environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential individual counselling and wellbeing support to students.
• Assess students’ needs and develop appropriate short-term support strategies.
• Support students experiencing emotional, social, relational or adjustment difficulties.
• Work closely with pastoral, boarding and academic teams to support student wellbeing.
• Contribute to safeguarding and child protection procedures, working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Liaise appropriately with parents and external professionals when required.
• Maintain accurate and confidential counselling records.
• Provide support in urgent or sensitive student wellbeing situations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Discretion

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology or related field

Counselling/psychotherapy training

Accreditation eligibility

Job description

Collège Alpin Beau-Soleil SA is seeking an experienced School Counsellor for short-term cover (80%). The role focuses on confidential counselling and wellbeing support for international boarding students in Villars-sur-Ollon.

You will collaborate with pastoral, safeguarding and academic teams to provide timely help, maintain records and liaise with parents. The position runs from now until 30 November 2026, with potential extension.