Student Counsellor

Student Counsellor

Job Description

Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS Core Values.
▪ Establish procedures and time frames to provide students with academic, personal, social, emotional and psychological counseling.
▪ Work with new students to ensure a smooth adjustment to the school.
▪ Provide students with guidance on admission to higher education institutions.
▪ Organise and process recommendations for students to higher education institutions and provide assistance with application procedures.
▪ Provide opportunities for students to take tests for admission to higher education institutions.
▪ Maintain and update a list of colleges and universities which have accepted students from the school.
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▪ Liaise with the Librarian to provide and update careers and college material
▪ In conjunction with senior management team organise and coordinate careers session with representatives from a range of professions.
▪ Establish, maintain and update a record of Alumni.
▪ Establish procedures for securing external assistance for students with personal problems
and emotional needs.
▪ Work with the senior management team to develop experiences and activities which are beneficial for students’ holistic development, and which promote responsibility, leadership skills, cooperation and other personal and social skills.
▪ Maintain student records on progress, achievements, activities and interests.
▪ Establish proactive guidelines and procedures to deal with bullying.
▪ Establish and administer appropriate testing programmes to evaluate student aptitude
and achievement.
▪ Establish systems to notify parents promptly about problems in class, with schoolwork or behavioral issues.
▪ Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
▪ Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical work day, where the tasks require additional commitment.
▪ Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills and empathy. Able to build strong relationships with students and gain their trust. Understand the importance of confidentiality and discretion.

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.

Education

Social Work
Job Location Sharjah, UAE Company Industry Education Job Role Education Career Level Mid Career - Over 2 years experience Years of Experience Min: 5 Max: 10 Residence Location United Arab Emirates

GEMS MILLENNIUM SCHOOL - SHARJAH

Education Sharjah, United Arab Emirates GEMS Millennium School, Sharjah, is a day-boarding school located in the heart of Sharjah School Zone, offering an enriched CBSE curriculum since 2010. The school provides a wide range of after-school activities that include the performing arts, innovation, technology, and sports. The school is known for its unmistakable culture of excellence, and extraordinary care for all students. The... school emphasizes deep, personalized learning at a pace that is tailored to the student, within a vibrant campus that promotes well-being. Taught by the finest educators in spacious, well-equipped classrooms and state-of-the-art facilities, the school ensures a holistic approach and critical thinking in a safe and happy learning environment. Students learn to collaborate with peers and use creativity to solve unique challenges as they discover their passion and purpose in school. Job Role: Education Career Level: Entry Level - Less than 2 years experience Industry: Education Job Role: Education Career Level: Entry Level - Less than 2 years experience Industry: Education Job Role: Education Career Level: Entry Level - Less than 2 years experience Industry: Education Job Role: Education Career Level: Entry Level - Less than 2 years experience Industry: Education Job Role: Education Career Level: Entry Level - Less than 2 years experience Industry: Education Job Role: Education Career Level: Entry Level - Less than 2 years experience Industry: Education Job Role: Education Career Level: Entry Level - Less than 2 years experience Industry: Education Job Role: Education Career Level: Entry Level - Less than 2 years experience Industry: Education Job Role: Education Career Level: Entry Level - Less than 2 years experience Industry: Education Job Role: Education Career Level: Entry Level - Less than 2 years experience Industry: Education Job Role: Education Career Level: Entry Level - Less than 2 years experience Industry: Education Job Role: Education Career Level: Entry Level - Less than 2 years experience Industry: Education