University Guidance Counsellor

Aristotle Teachers; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

An international school in Jakarta is seeking a University Guidance Counsellor set to start in August 2026. The role entails supporting students in years 7–13 with their educational and career choices, providing personalized guidance, and collaborating closely with families and staff. Candidates must possess a relevant degree and at least five years of experience in university guidance or a related role. The position offers a competitive salary along with annual flights, international medical insurance, housing allowance, and salary gratuity.

Benefits

Annual flights for dependents

Comprehensive international medical insurance

Housing and cost-of-living allowance

End-of-contract gratuity of 25% of salary

All local tax obligations covered by the school

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of relevant experience in university guidance or careers counselling.
• Strong familiarity with international university admissions systems, especially UK and US.

Responsibilities

• Lead careers and university guidance programme, supporting student decisions.
• Track and report on student university applications, offers, and destinations.
• Build and maintain relationships with universities and external organizations.

Skills

University guidance experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant degree in education or related field

Job description

Start Date: August 2026

Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term

About the School

We are recruiting for a highly regarded international school in Indonesia, located on an impressive 44-acre campus in the vibrant city of Jakarta. The school is a welcoming, inclusive community representing over 50 nationalities and providing education for students aged 2 to 18 years.

Situated in South West Jakarta, the campus offers outstanding facilities that support academic excellence, wellbeing, and student development. The curriculum begins with the UK Early Years Foundation Stage, progresses through the English National Curriculum and inquiry-based learning in Primary, and continues into the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), Diploma Programme (DP), and Career-related Programme (CP) in Secondary. The school places strong emphasis on personalised pathways and informed post-school choices, supported by a comprehensive careers and university guidance programme.

The Role

Following an increase in student enrolment, the school is seeking an experienced University Guidance Counsellor to join the Secondary team from August 2026. This role plays a central part in supporting students and families as they navigate subject choices, post-16 and post-18 pathways, and global university applications.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality, personalised guidance to students across Years 7–13, ensuring they are well informed and confident when making decisions about their future education and careers. The role involves close collaboration with students, families, teachers, and senior leaders to ensure alignment between academic programmes and university aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

The University Guidance Counsellor will lead and contribute to the school's careers and university guidance programme, supporting students with subject selection, programme planning, and post-school decision-making. They will maintain up-to-date knowledge of global university systems and application requirements, with particular attention to UK, US, and IB pathways.

The role includes tracking, recording, and reporting on student university applications, offers, and destinations, ensuring accurate and timely information is shared with students, families, and relevant staff. The successful candidate will also build and sustain effective relationships with universities, professional bodies, and external organisations, representing the school at conferences, fairs, and other relevant events.

Candidate Profile

Applicants should have a relevant degree and professional experience in university guidance, careers counselling, or a related educational role. A minimum of five years relevant experience is required. Strong familiarity with international university admissions systems, particularly UK and US applications and IB pathways, is essential.

The school is seeking a highly organised professional with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to work effectively with students across the Secondary age range, and a commitment to supporting exemplary student outcomes. Enthusiasm, discretion, and a student-centred approach are key attributes for success in this role.

Salary & Benefits

• Annual flights for the counsellor and eligible dependents
• Comprehensive international medical insurance (excluding the U.S.)
• Housing and cost-of-living allowance
• End-of-contract gratuity equivalent to 25% of annual base salary
• All local tax obligations fully covered by the school