Whole School Counsellor

6 hours ago

الرياض, Saudi Arabia British International School Riyadh (BISR) Full time

The British International School Riyadh (BISR) is an extremely well-regarded not-for-profit, co-educational school in the Middle East, catering for students aged 3-18 across its existing five campuses, providing high quality education to the expatriate community since 1979.

**The British International School Riyadh (BISR) is an extremely well-regarded not-for-profit, co-educational school in the Middle East, catering for students aged 3-18 across its existing five campuses, providing high quality education to the expatriate community since 1979. The school is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and as a British School Overseas (BSO). BISR is also a member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME), the Association of British Schools Overseas (AoBSO), the Heads Conference (HMC) and the Council of British International Schools (COBIS). The school follows the English curriculum, greatly enriched by the local and international context. Learning is holistic, supported by a broad co-curricular programme, encompassing extra-curricular activities, student leadership, service learning and residential trips. Strong pastoral care supports student well-being.**

**We are seeking a lively, dynamic School Counsellor for our Al Waha campus to join our Student Services Department which consists of hard working and well-motivated professionals who work cooperatively and imaginatively to support our students. The Counselling Team comprises multidisciplinary psychological professionals specialising in a range of therapeutic modalities.**

**We are looking for a counsellor who will contribute to the further development of our dynamic school and can add to the existing vision and already very high pastoral standards. We are specifically looking for an individual who is willing to contribute to our three strategic pillars of learning, enrichment and well-being.**

**Full Job Description is available here**:School Counsellor (November 2024)**
- **Through a range of therapeutic interventions, provide high quality support for students of all ages who are experiencing problems, with the aim of managing and enhancing their emotional well-being,**
- **Provide support, guidance and advice to families, teachers and the school with the aim of promoting well-being for individuals and the wider BISR community.**
- **Show understanding of, or a sensitivity to, working within a Middle-Eastern setting and the current issues facing school-aged students.**
- **Work with young people to improve their emotional well-being and resilience and be aware of common issues faced by this age group.**
- **Be professionally registered by a counselling or psychotherapy body and work to their ethical guidelines, including the responsibility to access clinical supervision.**
- **Have proven experience in working with children and young people in a school setting.**
- **Have excellent interpersonal skills, high levels of emotional intelligence and a good sense of humour, effectively collaborating within a range of teams.**
- **Fully support the school Mission, Vision and Motto.**
- **Go the extra mile for students, contributing to the wider life of the school, including the broad co-curricular programme and community events.**
- **Hold an appropriate UK or UK recognised qualification.**
- **Experience of counselling students across the age range would be an advantage.**

**We can offer**:

- **Highly motivated and engaged students**
- **A school with a strong sense of community**
- **A learning focused school committed to staff development**
- **Motivated, hard-working and dedicated colleagues, who are committed to high quality learning, student well-being and the school's enrichment programmes**
- **The opportunity to live, work and travel in a unique, beautiful and fast changing country.**

**BISR believes very strongly in the role of the school in safeguarding children and young people. All staff, whatever their role in the school, will be required to undergo rigorous background checks before commencing employment.**

Thank you for considering the British International School Riyadh as your next employment venture.

BISR is fully committed to safeguarding children and young people. We complete rigorous background checks for all staff, whatever their role in the school, prior to them commencing employment. Our Safer Recruitment Policy is linked here, which we encourage you to read as the policy sets out the school’s Safer Recruitment and Vetting Policy guidelines and requirements.

All Applications must include:

- An up to date two page Curriculum Vitae, including a photograph

“How do you think you would be able to support our Mission and REACH motto?”

**In addition, Teacher Applications must include**:

- How do you demonstrate that you are a lifelong learner and how does current pedagogical practice have an impact in your classroom?
- How do you create a positive classroom climate and support student well-being in your

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