School Counsellor: Holistic Student Support & Growth

Curro Holdings Ltd; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Curro Mossel Bay is seeking a School Counsellor to support learners in a full-time role beginning January 2027. The incumbent will provide individual and group counselling, contribute to a holistic counselling programme and help create an enabling school culture.

The role emphasizes working with learners, parents and staff, maintaining records, and referring to appropriate services while demonstrating patience, compassion and a passion for children.

Qualifications

• Honours in Social Work or equivalent; Master’s in Psychology preferred.
• Experience in a school setting or counselling role is advantageous.
• Strong classroom and stakeholder communication with learners, parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual, group or class counselling as part of a holistic programme.
• Contribute to a school counselling programme and learner development.
• Prepare reports and maintain records on learners and referrals.
• Collaborate with staff to foster a supportive school culture and early intervention.
• Refer to community and national resources as needed.

Skills

Patience and compassion

Organisational skills

Energetic positive attitude

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

Education

Honours in Social Work

Masters in Psychology

Job description

Curro Mossel Bay is seeking a School Counsellor to support learners in a full-time role beginning January 2027. The incumbent will provide individual and group counselling, contribute to a holistic counselling programme and help create an enabling school culture.

The role emphasizes working with learners, parents and staff, maintaining records, and referring to appropriate services while demonstrating patience, compassion and a passion for children.