IB Middle School Counsellor & Wellbeing Advocate

International School of London Qatar; Doha; On-site; QAR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

International School of London Qatar is seeking a skilled School Counsellor for the Primary/Middle years to provide comprehensive counselling services aligned with ISCA standards. The role focuses on supporting students, staff, and parents to foster an internationally minded, inclusive learning community.

Responsibilities include individual and group counselling, needs assessments, safeguarding, SEL planning, and collaboration with teachers and families to promote student well-being and academic

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counselling or related field required.
• Experience with IB programs and middle school counselling preferred.
• Ability to support multilingual families and diverse student needs.

Responsibilities

• Attend PSLT and Inclusion/Well-being meetings.
• Provide individual and group counselling per ISCA standards.
• Conduct needs assessments and develop intervention plans.
• Advocate for student well-being with teachers, staff and parents.
• Utilise data-driven approaches to inform counselling strategies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to foster a supportive learning environment.
• Lead SEL classes for middle school students as scheduled.
• Participate in PTA meetings when necessary and support school assemblies.
• Coordinate events promoting inclusive school culture.
• Maintain confidential counselling records.
• Contribute to staff induction and ongoing professional development.
• Follow safeguarding protocols and reporting procedures.
• Support IEP meetings and access arrangements for neurodiverse students.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Cultural competence

Counselling expertise

Relationship building

Education

Master's Degree in School Counselling

IB school experience

Tools

Toddle

MAP

Amplify

Job description

International School of London Qatar is seeking a skilled School Counsellor for the Primary/Middle years to provide comprehensive counselling services aligned with ISCA standards. The role focuses on supporting students, staff, and parents to foster an internationally minded, inclusive learning community.

Responsibilities include individual and group counselling, needs assessments, safeguarding, SEL planning, and collaboration with teachers and families to promote student well-being and academic