Job Purpose
The School Counsellor will be responsible for supporting students' emotional, social, behavioural and academic well-being. The role involves working closely with students, teachers, parents and school management to create a positive, safe and supportive learning environment.
2. Key Roles and Responsibilities
A. Student Counselling and Support
- Provide offline/online individual and group counselling to students.
- Help students manage academic stress, examination anxiety and peer pressure.
- Address behavioural concerns, emotional difficulties and adjustment issues.
- Support students in developing self-confidence, self-esteem and interpersonal skills.
- Help students deal with bullying, social conflicts and relationship issues.
- Identify students who may require additional psychological or professional support.
B. Academic and Career Guidance
- Help students develop effective study habits, time management and learning strategies.
- Support students experiencing difficulties with concentration, motivation and academic performance.
- Provide age-appropriate career awareness and guidance.
- Help students identify their interests, strengths and abilities.
C. Student Development Programmes
- Organise workshops on life skills, emotional intelligence and personality development.
- Conduct awareness sessions on bullying, cyber safety, mental health and healthy relationships.
- Facilitate activities that promote positive behaviour, communication and social skills.
- Develop age-appropriate student well-being and support programmes.
D. Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain confidential records of counselling sessions and student progress.
- Prepare reports on counselling activities and student support initiatives.
- Monitor students' progress and recommend appropriate interventions.
- Follow school policies relating to child protection, confidentiality and safeguarding.
Educational Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Psychology,Education Counselling Psychology or a relevant discipline.
- Diploma or Degree in Counselling is mandatory.
- Additional qualifications in Child Psychology, School Counselling or Educational Psychology will be preferred.