Secondary School Student Counsellor - Aug 2026 or Jan 2027 Start

About Us Arcadia School - Dubai is an exciting, forward-thinking international community built on a strong UAE vision where innovation and growth sit at the forefront. The vast expat-community provides vibrancy and inclusivity and thus promise a variety of exciting activities and events beyond the workplace. It is a wonderful place to grow professionally and personally where all citizens are welcomed to immerse themselves within the culture and the community. Position Overview We are seeking to appoint a passionate and dedicated School Counsellor to join our dynamic team. You will have some responsibility for the whole school practices, but be a specialist in the area of Secondary counselling (Age 12-18). You will contribute and liaise frequently with inclusion, education and behaviour specialists. You will support families on a need’s basis, delivering appropriate intervention to children to support their wellbeing, resilience and emotional wellbeing. Key Responsibilities - Provide short-term, solution-focused counselling for students experiencing emotional, social, behavioural, or mental health challenges. - Support students with anxiety, peer and relationship issues, emotional regulation, identity development, low self-esteem, academic pressure, and exam-related stress. - Maintain high-quality, professional communication within the school and with parents, demonstrating tact, discretion, and confidentiality when liaising with staff and external agencies. - Facilitate and coordinate all counselling provision across the Secondary School, ensuring effective systems, record-keeping, and continuity of support. - Ensure all school policies, safeguarding procedures, and professional standards are consistently implemented. - Work collaboratively with the Secondary Inclusion Team, Heads of Year, and the Designated Safeguarding Lead to support student wellbeing, engagement, and progress. Skills and Qualifications - Previous experience within an outstanding Counselli