School Counsellor

AMITY GLOBAL INSTITUTE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Singapore is seeking a School Counsellor to provide professional counselling support to students. Responsibilities include individual and group counselling, identifying at-risk students, and maintaining confidential records. The ideal candidate should have 2-3 years of counselling experience, a certified qualification in Counselling, and be fluent in English and Mandarin. This role requires strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to student well-being.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of counselling experience in higher education or a school environment.
• Certified qualification in Counselling (e.g. Diploma, Degree, or Postgraduate).
• Experience working with students and handling related administrative matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counselling to students on various matters.
• Identify students at risk and provide appropriate intervention.
• Maintain accurate and confidential counselling records.

Skills

Counselling experience

Fluency in English

Fluency in Mandarin

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Listening skills

Education

Certified qualification in Counselling

Job description

The School Counsellor provides professional counselling support to students, promotes student well-being, and works closely with academic and administrative teams to support student development within the institution.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counselling to students on academic, personal, emotional, and social matters

• Identify students at risk and provide appropriate intervention, referral, and follow-up support

• Maintain accurate and confidential counselling records and case notes

• Work collaboratively with academic staff and student services on student welfare matters

• Support student administration matters, including student discipline, attendance, and well-being cases

• Conduct workshops, talks, or outreach programmes related to mental wellness and student development

• Engage parents or external professionals when necessary, in accordance with school policies

• Comply with institutional policies, professional ethics, and confidentiality requirements

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of counselling experience, preferably in higher education or a school environment

• Certified qualification in Counselling (e.g. Diploma, Degree, or Postgraduate qualification in Counselling or related field)

• Experience working with students and handling student-related administrative matters

• Able to converse fluently in English and Mandarin to support a diverse student population

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and listening skills

• Professional, empathetic, and able to manage sensitive situations with discretion

• Familiarity with student welfare policies and educational settings is an advantage

Other Attributes

• Able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Strong organisational and documentation skills

• Commitment to student well-being and ethical counselling practices