Guidance Counsellor at Broadoaks British School

Job Purpose

To provide comprehensive guidance and counselling services to students, supporting their academic, personal, social and emotional development, and facilitating a positive school experience.

Role Overview

The Guidance Counsellor will work collaboratively with students, teachers, parents and external agencies to promote student well-being, academic success and post-secondary readiness.

Reporting Structure

The Guidance Counsellor will report directly to the Head of School (HOS) or Deputy Head of School (DHOS). In the absence of the HOS/DHOS, the Guidance Counsellor will report to the Director of Schools (DOS) who will provide strategic leadership and day-to-day oversight.

Key Responsibilities

Student Support

• Provide individual and group counselling sessions
• Address academic, personal, social and emotional concerns
• Develop and implement student support plans

Academic Guidance

• Assist with course selection, academic planning and university applications
• Provide information on post-secondary options and career pathways
• Support students with learning difficulties or special needs

Career Guidance

• Organise career events, workshops and fairs
• Provide career assessments and guidance
• Maintain relationships with universities and industry partners

Personal and Social Development

• Foster positive relationships and social skills
• Promote mental health awareness and well-being
• Develop and deliver workshops on life skills and character education

Parent and Teacher Support

• Offer guidance on supporting students' needs
• Provide training and resources for teachers and parents
• Facilitate parent-teacher conferences and student support meetings

Referral and Liaison

• Identify and refer students to appropriate internal and external support services as needed