School Counsellor

About the role

Repton Dubai is seeking a School Counsellor to provide high-quality counselling support to students in a caring and supportive environment, in line with global best practice. The role sits within the school's infrastructure of emotional and social support designed to underpin student wellbeing.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology (full-time course) or equivalent; a Master's in Psychology is an advantage.
• At least 2 years of experience working with children and young people.
• At least 1 year of post-qualification experience.
• Experience delivering training courses and briefing sessions on mental health and wellbeing.

Required skills

• Knowledge of how local mental health and CAMHS work in the UK, or equivalent experience and expertise overseas.
• Knowledge of the Children's Act, Federal No. 3 of 2016 and other legislation pertaining to children.

Candidates should submit an up-to-date CV. The school reserves the right to interview and appoint strong candidates before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged. All new staff are subject to detailed pre-employment clearance, including identity checks, criminal background checks, qualification and employment checks and reference checks.