Student Counsellor - School Wellbeing
Posted date [2026-07-03]
(ID: 47414)
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GEMS Education is one of the largest and most respected private K-12 education providers in the world, with deep roots in the UAE since 1959. A trusted name in international education, GEMS operates over 47 schools across the Middle East and North Africa, offering a diverse range of British, American, IB, and Indian curricula to more than 115,000 students. Known for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation in teaching, and world-class learning environments, GEMS Education empowers students from all backgrounds to achieve their full potential. Its inclusive and purpose-driven culture supports passionate educators in delivering impactful, future-focused education. Whether you’re an experienced teacher, school leader, or education professional, GEMS Education offers dynamic career growth, continuous professional development, and the chance to be part of a legacy that’s transforming lives through learning.... |
Job Description and Requirements
Student Counsellor - School WellbeingJob Snapshot
Role: Student Counsellor - School Wellbeing
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Education Management
Function: Social Service
Experience: 2-5 years counselling experience, preferably in a CBSE or international school
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Student Counsellor - School Wellbeing in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a meaningful Education Management opportunity for a compassionate counselling professional who can support student wellbeing, emotional development, academic confidence, safeguarding, and positive school culture with GEMS Education. This role is ideal for an experienced counsellor who understands child and adolescent development, works confidently with students and families, and can provide structured support within a CBSE school environment.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Education Management
Function: Social Service
Salary: 9000-15000
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 Student Counsellor - School Wellbeing will play a central role in supporting students\' academic, social, emotional, and personal development. The position works closely with students, parents, teachers, school leaders, and external professionals to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. The counsellor will provide individual and group support, lead wellbeing programmes, respond to safeguarding concerns, maintain confidential records, and help students build resilience, self-awareness, emotional regulation, and positive relationships.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide individual counselling to students facing academic, emotional, behavioural, social, or personal challenges.
* Deliver group counselling sessions that support confidence, resilience, peer relationships, emotional awareness, and healthy decision-making.
* Identify students who require additional support and develop practical intervention plans in collaboration with teachers and school leaders.
* Work with parents, teachers, and leadership teams to address student concerns, monitor progress, and agree appropriate support strategies.
* Conduct classroom workshops on wellbeing, mental health awareness, bullying prevention, digital citizenship, stress management, life skills, and positive behaviour.
* Support students during important transitions including new admissions, grade progression, school changes, and career or higher education planning where applicable.
* Maintain confidential counselling records, case notes, reports, and documentation in line with school policies and UAE regulations.
* Respond to safeguarding and child protection concerns by following school procedures, reporting pathways, and professional standards.
* Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to individual student support plans.
* Refer students to external specialists, therapists, psychologists, agencies, or medical professionals when additional support is required.
* Coordinate follow-up support after referrals to ensure students continue receiving appropriate care and guidance.
* Promote a positive school culture through preventive counselling programmes, wellbeing initiatives, awareness campaigns, and student support activities.
* Assist with crisis intervention and provide calm, professional support during emergencies or critical incidents.
* Contribute to the development and review of policies related to student wellbeing, safeguarding, counselling, and mental health support.
* Build trust with students while maintaining professional boundaries, confidentiality, and ethical counselling practice.
Ideal Profile
* Master\'s degree in Psychology, Counselling, School Counselling, Clinical Psychology, or a related field.
* Professional counselling qualification or licence recognised in the UAE is preferred.
* Minimum 2-5 years of counselling experience, preferably in a CBSE or international school.
* Strong understanding of child and adolescent development, student wellbeing, emotional support, and behavioural intervention strategies.
* Knowledge of CBSE guidelines and school-based wellbeing practices is an advantage.
* Ability to assess student needs and design appropriate counselling or intervention plans.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, listening, and conflict-resolution skills.
* Confidence working with students, families, teachers, and staff from diverse cultural backgrounds.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage case records, reports, meetings, and follow-up actions.
* High level of confidentiality, professional ethics, emotional maturity, and sound judgement.
* Proficiency in English is required.
* Knowledge of Hindi or other Indian languages is an advantage.
* Commitment to building a safe, inclusive, respectful, and emotionally supportive school environment.
Skills Set
* Student counselling
* School wellbeing
* Individual counselling
* Group counselling
* Child development
* Adolescent development
* Emotional regulation support
* Behavioural intervention
* Safeguarding
* Child protection
* Crisis intervention
* Mental health awareness
* Bullying prevention
* Digital citizenship
* Stress management
* Life skills workshops
* Parent communication
* Student support plans
* Confidential record keeping
* CBSE school counselling
* Referral coordination
* Multidisciplinary collaboration
* Conflict resolution
* Inclusive education
Why Join Us
This opportunity is ideal for a Student Counsellor who wants to make a direct impact within Dubai’s Education Management sector. GEMS Education offers a professional school environment where wellbeing, inclusion, safeguarding, and student success are treated as essential parts of learning. The role provides the chance to work with a diverse student community, collaborate with experienced educators, support meaningful wellbeing initiatives, and contribute to a positive school culture where students feel safe, heard, and ready to grow.
About the Company
GEMS Education is a leading international education provider with a strong presence across Dubai and the wider region. The organisation supports schools through high-quality teaching, student wellbeing, inclusive practices, professional development, and strong community engagement. Within its Dubai schools, GEMS Education provides opportunities for education and student support professionals to contribute to academic achievement, emotional development, safeguarding, and the overall success of learners from diverse backgrounds.
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Student Counsellor - School Wellbeing will play a central role in supporting students\' academic, social, emotional, and personal development. The position works closely with students, parents, teachers, school leaders, and external professionals to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. The counsellor will provide individual and group support, lead wellbeing programmes, respond to safeguarding concerns, maintain confidential records, and help students build resilience, self-awareness, emotional regulation, and positive relationships.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide individual counselling to students facing academic, emotional, behavioural, social, or personal challenges.
* Deliver group counselling sessions that support confidence, resilience, peer relationships, emotional awareness, and healthy decision-making.
* Identify students who require additional support and develop practical intervention plans in collaboration with teachers and school leaders.
* Work with parents, teachers, and leadership teams to address student concerns, monitor progress, and agree appropriate support strategies.
* Conduct classroom workshops on wellbeing, mental health awareness, bullying prevention, digital citizenship, stress management, life skills, and positive behaviour.
* Support students during important transitions including new admissions, grade progression, school changes, and career or higher education planning where applicable.
* Maintain confidential counselling records, case notes, reports, and documentation in line with school policies and UAE regulations.
* Respond to safeguarding and child protection concerns by following school procedures, reporting pathways, and professional standards.
* Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and contribute to individual student support plans.
* Refer students to external specialists, therapists, psychologists, agencies, or medical professionals when additional support is required.
* Coordinate follow-up support after referrals to ensure students continue receiving appropriate care and guidance.
* Promote a positive school culture through preventive counselling programmes, wellbeing initiatives, awareness campaigns, and student support activities.
* Assist with crisis intervention and provide calm, professional support during emergencies or critical incidents.
* Contribute to the development and review of policies related to student wellbeing, safeguarding, counselling, and mental health support.
* Build trust with students while maintaining professional boundaries, confidentiality, and ethical counselling practice.
Ideal Profile
* Master\'s degree in Psychology, Counselling, School Counselling, Clinical Psychology, or a related field.
* Professional counselling qualification or licence recognised in the UAE is preferred.
* Minimum 2-5 years of counselling experience, preferably in a CBSE or international school.
* Strong understanding of child and adolescent development, student wellbeing, emotional support, and behavioural intervention strategies.
* Knowledge of CBSE guidelines and school-based wellbeing practices is an advantage.
* Ability to assess student needs and design appropriate counselling or intervention plans.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, listening, and conflict-resolution skills.
* Confidence working with students, families, teachers, and staff from diverse cultural backgrounds.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage case records, reports, meetings, and follow-up actions.
* High level of confidentiality, professional ethics, emotional maturity, and sound judgement.
* Proficiency in English is required.
* Knowledge of Hindi or other Indian languages is an advantage.
* Commitment to building a safe, inclusive, respectful, and emotionally supportive school environment.
Skills Set
* Student counselling
* School wellbeing
* Individual counselling
* Group counselling
* Child development
* Adolescent development
* Emotional regulation support
* Behavioural intervention
* Safeguarding
* Child protection
* Crisis intervention
* Mental health awareness
* Bullying prevention
* Digital citizenship
* Stress management
* Life skills workshops
* Parent communication
* Student support plans
* Confidential record keeping
* CBSE school counselling
* Referral coordination
* Multidisciplinary collaboration
* Conflict resolution
* Inclusive education
Why Join Us
This opportunity is ideal for a Student Counsellor who wants to make a direct impact within Dubai’s Education Management sector. GEMS Education offers a professional school environment where wellbeing, inclusion, safeguarding, and student success are treated as essential parts of learning. The role provides the chance to work with a diverse student community, collaborate with experienced educators, support meaningful wellbeing initiatives, and contribute to a positive school culture where students feel safe, heard, and ready to grow.
About the Company
GEMS Education is a leading international education provider with a strong presence across Dubai and the wider region. The organisation supports schools through high-quality teaching, student wellbeing, inclusive practices, professional development, and strong community engagement. Within its Dubai schools, GEMS Education provides opportunities for education and student support professionals to contribute to academic achievement, emotional development, safeguarding, and the overall success of learners from diverse backgrounds.
