Student Counsellor GEMS World Academy Dubai

Job Detail

Job ID 9978
Career Level Intermediate
Experience Fresh
Gender Female|Male

Job Description

GEMS World Academy Dubai is looking for an innovative Student Counsellor to join their successful team from August 2024 to 2025. The ideal candidate should have a strong track record in effective provision of counselling and guidance to students. While experience in the IB Middle Years and Diploma programmes is preferred, outstanding Student Counsellors from any curriculum background are encouraged to apply. Alignment with the IB philosophy and commitment to the Learner Profile values are crucial. A genuine passion for working in a non selective and culturally diverse community is also a key requirement.

Job Requirements of Student Counsellor

The requirements for the job role of Student Counsellor are as under:

A certified professional qualification at degree level, such as BA, BS or equivalent specialism in Counselling.
A minimum of 3 years experience as a School Counsellor, ideally within an IB curriculum school, however, this is not mandatory.
The experience, personality and educational philosophy to continue to drive the education agenda at this flagship GEMS IB World School, catering for students from over 100 countries.

Skills & Knowledge Desired

The ability to provide outstanding teaching and learning.
Aspiration to work in a world class school with significant opportunities for career development and advancement.

Job Benefits & Opportunities

An excellent remuneration package is available for successful candidates including; A competitive tax free salary, furnished accommodation, premium medical insurance and life insurance, working permit and residence visa, annual flight allowance, tuition fee concession, and other benefits in line with the UAE Labour Law.
The opportunity to shape the future of a highly significant IB programme.
The opportunity to work as part of a highly collaborative team with an excellent support system
An excellent programme of continuing professional development.
Training with the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO).
The chance to shape the future of the subject in collaboration with the leadership team, external education professionals, & exam boards.
The opportunity to develop personally and professionally, through a well structured performance management system.
Opportunities to advance to positions of greater responsibility over time.
A commitment to staff wellbeing, including access to all of their sports facilities, and staff social events.
GEMS Rewards, which offers a package of benefits for staff such as retail discounts, savings on gym membership, cinema tickets & many other offers.