School Counsellor

About the role

GEMS School of Research and Innovation is looking for a dedicated School Counsellor to join its Student Services team. The role starts on 26 August 2026 and focuses on supporting the emotional, social and academic well‑being of students from FS1 to Year 13.

Key responsibilities

• Provide confidential counselling and targeted emotional support to students across all year groups.
• Support students in managing academic, social and emotional challenges through individual and group interventions.
• Contribute to whole‑school well‑being initiatives, workshops and awareness programmes.
• Work with teachers to embed well‑being, resilience and emotional intelligence into the curriculum.
• Identify students requiring additional support and collaborate with pastoral and inclusion teams.
• Promote positive mental health, digital well‑being and healthy coping strategies across the school community.
• Engage with parents and external professionals to ensure a holistic approach to student support.
• Contribute to safeguarding processes and maintain accurate, confidential records in line with KHDA and school policies.
• Support career and university guidance activities, including student progression planning.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Counselling, Psychology or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum four years’ counselling experience within an international school setting.
• Experience working with students aged 3–18 years.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection and student well‑being frameworks.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary school environment.
• Proactive, reflective and student‑centred approach to practice.

Required skills

What we offer

• Collaborative, forward‑thinking learning community.
• Outstanding professional development opportunities.
• Access to world‑class facilities.
• Strong commitment to student well‑being and holistic development.