School Counselor - Student Guidance Services
Job Snapshot
Role: School Counselor
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Education Management
Function: School-College Administration
Experience: School counseling experience required
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
School Counselor hiring opportunity in Dubai, United Arab Emirates within the Education Management sector for qualified professionals with strong expertise in student wellbeing, academic guidance, and personal development support. This role focuses on helping students achieve academic success, career readiness, and emotional growth through structured counseling programs and student-centered intervention strategies.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Education Management
Function: School-College Administration
Salary: 9000-13000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The School Counselor plays a critical role in supporting students’ academic achievement, emotional wellbeing, and personal growth within a safe and inclusive school environment. This position works closely with students, parents, teachers, and school leadership to provide guidance, interventions, and developmental counseling that help students become confident, responsible, and well-adjusted individuals.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive school counseling program focused on student success, wellbeing, and career readiness.
Support students through individual and group counseling sessions addressing academic, emotional, behavioral, and social development needs.
Promote equitable access to learning opportunities and encourage student participation across all academic programs.
Respond to the diversity and individual differences of students with inclusive and supportive counseling approaches.
Evaluate student strengths and challenges while advocating for their academic and personal development.
Provide structured responsive services and intervention plans for students requiring additional support.
Collaborate with parents, teachers, community organizations, and stakeholders to improve student outcomes.
Perform psychological assessments, interpret tests, and review student academic and behavioral records.
Gather and analyze student data to measure counseling program effectiveness and student progress.
Prepare regular reports, documentation, and recommendations related to counseling services and student development.
Support school wellbeing initiatives, student safeguarding, and positive campus culture.
Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical standards in all counseling activities.
Ideal Profile
Master’s degree in Psychology or School Counseling is required.
Proven working experience in school counseling is mandatory.
Strong understanding of counseling models, practices, and student support resources.
Ability to respond effectively to the needs of a diverse student population.
Excellent interpersonal communication and relationship-building skills.
Strong advocacy skills and commitment to student wellbeing.
Ability to collect, interpret, and analyze student data effectively.
Computer literacy and confidence in reporting and documentation.
High emotional intelligence, sound judgement, and professional integrity.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multicultural educational environment.
Skills Set
Student counseling
Academic and career guidance
Behavioral intervention planning
Psychological assessment
Student wellbeing support
Parent and teacher collaboration
Data analysis and reporting
School safeguarding awareness
Counseling program development
Student advocacy
Why Join Us
Join a respected education group in Dubai focused on academic excellence and student wellbeing.
Work in a supportive and multicultural school environment with strong professional standards.
Build a meaningful career helping students succeed academically and personally.
Access continuous professional development and long-term career growth opportunities.
Be part of a school culture that values emotional wellbeing, inclusion, and student success.
Contribute to shaping confident and future-ready students across the school community.
About the Company
LEAMS Education is a trusted education group in Dubai operating high-quality British curriculum and CBSE schools across the UAE. The organization is committed to academic excellence, student wellbeing, and holistic development through strong teaching practices and structured professional growth. LEAMS Education creates inclusive school environments where students and educators can achieve lasting success.



