Elementary School Counsellor

Cognita Schools; Singapore; Presencial; SGD 50.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Cognita Schools is seeking a School Counsellor for the Australian International School in Singapore. The role focuses on coordinating whole-school counselling services and supporting student well-being, with emphasis on social-emotional development and safeguarding.

The position requires at least three years of supervised counselling experience with children/young people, a relevant degree (Master’s preferred), and the ability to work in a multicultural setting.

Formación

• Minimum of three (3) years full-time, supervised experience working with children or young people in a counselling or pastoral care role.
• Degree in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Professional membership or credentials meeting criteria for professional membership are advantageous.
• CBT or similar certificate is advantageous.
• Current full registration or eligibility for registration as a counsellor from a recognised body is advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Provide leadership to deliver whole-of-school educational programs and services supporting inclusion.
• Deliver counselling and manage individual cases within a multidisciplinary environment.
• Develop and sustain relationships with students, parents and staff.
• Develop and implement student support programs for high-need students aligned with policy.
• Address sensitive student issues within an ethical framework.
• Apply safeguarding policies and adapt counselling for a multicultural school community.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Counselling

Interpersonal skills

Student support programs

Child development

Social-emotional learning

Ethical framework

Safeguarding policies

Multicultural environment

Educación

Counselling/Psychology/Social Work degree

Master’s degree preferred

Descripción del empleo

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
An exciting opportunity has opened for a School Counsellor at the Australian International School! If you are passionate about making a positive impact and are driven by growth and development, this role is perfect for you!

Position Requirements

• Capacity to provide leadership that enables the effective delivery of whole-of-school educational programs and services that support the inclusion of all students.
• Capacity for effective counselling and individual case management involving a multidisciplinary approach, within an environment of competing priorities.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to develop and sustain productive relationships within and beyond the school community.
• Capacity to develop and implement student support programs and services for students with high support needs that reflect best practice and that align with departmental policies and procedures.
• Strong understanding of child development, emotional well-being, and behavioural management strategies
• Experience in delivering social-emotional learning programs.
• Demonstrated capacity to effectively respond to sensitive and complex student issues within an ethical framework.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures related to child protection.
• Ability to work in a multicultural school environment and adapt counselling approaches to diverse student needs.
• A written application addressing the Key Result Areas.
• References and an interview will contribute to the final selection of the successful candidate.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with students, parents and staff.
• This position will commence on 12 April 2027.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three (3) years full-time, supervised experience working with children and/or young people in a counselling or pastoral care role, preferably within an international school setting.
• A degree in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred), from a recognised university.

The following would be advantageous:

• Professional membership, or credentials that meet the criteria for professional membership of a state/national counselling association
• A certificate in cognitive behavior therapy or similar
• Current full registration or eligibility for registration as a counsellor from a recognised body

We believe having a diverse workforce makes us better, smarter and happier and so welcome applicants from all backgrounds, genders, and races. We have an unwavering commitment to being fair and equitable in our recruitment process.