Student Counsellor

Student Support

● Provide individual and group counselling sessions for students to address emotional, social, and behavioural concerns.

● Support students in developing self-awareness, emotional regulation, and problem-solving skills.

● Identify at-risk students and provide early intervention strategies or referrals to external agencies when necessary.

● Maintain confidentiality and accurate case documentation in accordance with ethical and professional standards.

Collaboration and Consultation

● Work closely with teachers and Heads of Key Stages to support classroom strategies that promote emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour.

● Liaise with parents/guardians to discuss students' social-emotional needs and provide guidance on supporting them at home.

● Participate in student support meetings and case conferences as required.

● Keep accurate students' records and contribute to school pastoral care reviews and plans.

Wellbeing and Preventive Programs

● Develop and deliver age-appropriate guidance programs, workshops, and initiatives on topics such as resilience, mindfulness, conflict resolution, and digital wellbeing.

● Support school-wide wellbeing events and initiatives aligned with the pastoral care framework.

Crisis Response

● Provide immediate emotional support and crisis intervention when necessary.

● Use the safeguarding platform (MyConcern) to log safeguarding matters.

● Assist the school leadership team in managing sensitive or urgent student-related issues.

Personal Specification

● Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Counselling, Psychology, or a related field (recognized qualification required).

● Registered or eligible for registration with a relevant professional body (e.g., SAC, APA, BACP, or equivalent).

● Minimum 2–3 years of counselling experience, preferably in an educational or youth-related setting.

● Experience working with children and adolescents from diverse cultural backgrounds.

● Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust and rapport with students, staff, and parents.

● Knowledge of child development, safeguarding, and best practices in school counselling.