Special Needs Counsellor - Department of Student Services

Singapore Polytechnic; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Singapore is seeking a dedicated professional to provide tailored support for students with special educational needs. Responsibilities include developing support plans, conducting training, and administrative duties. The ideal candidate should have at least 4 years of relevant experience and possess excellent communication skills. This role is a 2-year contract position, addressing diverse student backgrounds and learning needs.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years’ relevant experience working with youth with SEN.
• Passion for working with youth from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience conducting training with adults would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support for students with special needs.
• Facilitate access arrangements and develop support plans.
• Conduct training for students in functioning skills and workplace preparation.

Skills

Experience working with youth with special needs

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Relevant qualifications in special needs, counselling, psychology, or social work

Job description

Overview

What the role is
Most Positive Workplace Collaboration Award - Singapore International Chamber of Commerce Awards 2025
Top 20 most attractive employers in Singapore - The Straits Times Singapore's Best Employers 2024 & 2025
Based in the Department of Student Services, this position calls for a team player who has passion, personality and professional skills to enable youths with special educational needs (SEN) to achieve their potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support for students with special needs, which may include emotional difficulties
• Facilitate access arrangements by developing support plans, together with academic staff, in curriculum development and classroom management
• Conduct training for students with special needs in the area of executing functioning skills and also prepare them for work
• Conduct training for staff to address various learning needs, including but limited to the application of Universal Design for Learning principles in an Institute of Higher Learning
• Provide other student support services in accordance to institutional strategic initiatives
• Perform administrative duties to support multiple initiatives and outreach

Requirements

• At least 4 years’ relevant experience working with and counselling youth with SEN
• Passion in working with youth from diverse backgrounds
• Relevant experience in integrating Universal Design in Learning (UDL) in classroom setting would be an advantage
• Relevant experience in conducting training with adults would be an added advantage
• Excellent communication and administrative skills, both in speaking and writing
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team setting
• Relevant qualifications in special needs, counselling, psychology, social work, or related disciplines

Successful candidate will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance.

If you are shortlisted for the position(s), you should hear from us within 30 days of the closing date of the advertisement.