Student Counsellor

Job Title: Student Counsellor

Location: Hyderabad

Department: Student Support Services / Pastoral Care

Reports To: Head of School / Wellbeing Coordinator / Principal

Job Summary:

The Student Counsellor plays a critical role in supporting the emotional, social, and psychological well-being of students. The role involves providing individual and group counseling, guiding students through academic and personal challenges, and promoting a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment. The counsellor also collaborates with staff and parents to ensure the holistic development of students.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Student Counseling & Support

Provide confidential, age-appropriate individual and group counseling sessions.

Support students dealing with academic stress, emotional difficulties, peer relationships, family concerns, identity issues, and other personal challenges.

Develop and implement intervention strategies for students in need of additional support.

2. Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) & Wellbeing

Design and deliver SEL programs and workshops across grade levels.

Promote awareness of mental health and well-being through school-wide campaigns and events.

Foster resilience, self-esteem, and positive coping skills in students.

3. Crisis Intervention & Safeguarding

Respond promptly to students in crisis and provide immediate support or referral to appropriate services.

Work closely with the school’s safeguarding team to ensure child protection protocols are followed.

Document counseling sessions and maintain confidential records in accordance with ethical and legal standards.

4. Collaboration with Staff & Parents

Provide consultation and training to teachers on student behavior, classroom strategies, and referral processes.

Work with families to support student development and address behavioral or emotional concerns.

Participate in student support team meetings and contribute to Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) if needed.

5. Academic & Career Guidance (if applicable)

Advise students on time management, study skills, and goal setting.

Support high school students with career exploration and emotional preparation for transitions to university or other post-secondary paths.

Collaborate with college counselors (if separate) to ensure student readiness and well-being.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, School Counseling, or a related field.

Certification or license in counseling (as required by local regulations).

Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in an international or multicultural school.

Strong understanding of child and adolescent development.

Fluency in English (spoken and written); additional languages are an asset.

Knowledge of international curricula (IB, Cambridge, etc.) and global student challenges.

Preferred Attributes:

High emotional intelligence, empathy, and cultural sensitivity.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to maintain confidentiality, boundaries, and ethical standards.

Skilled in conflict resolution, crisis management, and behavioral interventions.

Experience with digital counseling tools or SEL platforms is a plus.

Working Hours:

Full-time, Monday to Saturday during school hours.

Occasional after-school hours or events may require attendance.