Senior School Mental Well being Counsellor

THE PERSE SCHOOL (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.

Singapore, Singapore
Not specified
Master's degree in counselling or psychology
Minimum 5 years adolescent experience
Professional registration with recognized body
The Perse School (Singapore) is seeking a Senior School Mental Wellbeing Counsellor to support the emotional and mental health of students aged 11-18. The role requires a master's degree in a relevant field and a minimum of five years' experience in a school or youth mental health setting, with strong emphasis on safeguarding and intercultural competency

Job Summary

  • The role provides high-quality, student-centred counselling and wellbeing support for students aged 11–18 within a holistic pastoral framework.
  • Candidates must possess strong safeguarding knowledge and intercultural competency to support diverse, internationally mobile families.
  • The position involves designing preventative wellbeing workshops and collaborating with staff, parents, and external professionals to foster psychological safety.

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The Perse School (Singapore) is seeking a Senior School Mental Wellbeing Counsellor to support the emotional and mental health of students aged 11-18. The role requires a master's degree in a relevant field and a minimum of five years' experience in a school or youth mental health setting, with strong emphasis on safeguarding and intercultural competency.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Master's degree in Counselling or Psychology
  • Minimum 5 years adolescent experience
  • Professional registration with recognized body
  • Strong safeguarding and child protection knowledge
  • Experience with neurodiverse learners

Nice-to-have

  • International school experience
  • Training in CBT or trauma-informed approaches
  • Knowledge of UK-style pastoral frameworks
  • Culturally sensitive communication skills
  • Experience with internationally mobile families

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree required
  • 5+ years experience with adolescents
  • Professional registration eligibility
  • Enhanced DBS check clearance
  • Risk assessment and crisis intervention skills

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