Job ID: S-AE-3045 - School Wellbeing Counsellor – August 2026 Start

The SchoolAt Queen Elizabeth’s School, Dubai Sports City, we proudly extend the distinguished legacy of Queen Elizabeth’s School, Barnet, one of the United Kingdom’s most celebrated academic institutions. Founded on centuries of tradition and intellectual rigour, our branch schools uphold an uncompromising commitment to academic excellence, character formation, and cultural enrichment.Our vision is to cultivate dynamic, world-class learning environments where the next generation of confident, able, and responsible young people are shaped. We challenge our students to think independently, lead with purpose, and embrace a global perspective, all within a community that values tradition, discipline, and innovation. By blending the timeless values of our founding school with the opportunities of a rapidly evolving world, we ignite curiosity, inspire ambition, and prepare our students to make meaningful contributions to society, as scholars, leaders, and changemakers.The OpportunityQueen Elizabeth’s School, Dubai Sports City is seeking a compassionate, highly qualified, and emotionally intelligent Wellbeing Counsellor to support the personal, social, and emotional development of our students across all phases of the school. This is a vital pastoral role within our school community. The successful candidate will provide a safe, trusted space for students, offering expert guidance and individualised support to help them navigate challenges, build resilience, and flourish in all aspects of their school life. You will play a central role in promoting a culture of wellbeing, empathy, and inclusion, ensuring that every student feels seen, heard, and valued. As a visible and approachable presence within the school, you will work closely with pastoral leads, academic staff, parents, and external professionals to develop proactive strategies that support mental health and enhance student wellbeing. Your work will help create the caring, high-performance environment that is the hallmark of Queen Elizabeth’s Global Schools. You will contribute meaningfully to the vision of Queen Elizabeth’s Global Schools, upholding the heritage and values of our founding institution, Queen Elizabeth’s School, Barnet, celebrated for its academic distinction and deep commitment to student care.If you are a skilled and empathetic professional who believes in the transformative power of education and pastoral support, we would be delighted to hear from you.The Role Job Title: School Wellbeing CounsellorReporting to: Director of InclusionPersonalised Counselling and Emotional Support• Provide individual and small-group counselling tailored to students’ emotional, social, and psychological needs, creating a safe, compassionate space for self-expression and growth.• Support students navigating challenges such as anxiety, stress, friendship dynamics, grief, identity, or personal and family issues, offering timely, non-judgemental care.• Foster resilience, emotional intelligence, and healthy coping strategies to equip students with the tools to manage their wellbeing with confidence and independence.• Identify students who may be at risk or vulnerable and provide early interventions, appropriate referrals, and coordinated follow-up care to ensure continued support.Whole-School Wellbeing and Mental Health Promotion• Lead the development and implementation of proactive wellbeing programmes that embed emotional literacy, self-care, and positive psychology into the school culture.• Organise and facilitate workshops, campaigns, and awareness initiatives for students, staff, and parents on key topics such as managing emotions, online safety, mindfulness,