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Student Counsellor

Date:  18 Nov 2024
Location: 

Gachibowli, IN

Job ID:  4111
School:  Newton
Company:  Nord Anglia Education

Oakridge Gachibowli is a premium international day school in India. We have the proud privilege of being the pioneers of IB schooling in South India and one of the largest providers of IB education in India. We have 150+ IB-trained teachers with years of experience, helping us consistently achieve outstanding results and seeing our students go on to study at some of the world’s leading universities. Oakridge offers IB, CBSE, and Cambridge curricula, and is recognized as one of the best schools in Hyderabad, India.

 

Oakridge International School, Gachibowli is a leading premium day school in India, with more than 2800 students in full time enrollment. The school has a proud legacy of 22 years educational excellence and of being the pioneers of IB schooling in South India and one of the largest providers of IB education in India. The school has 150+ IB-trained teachers, enabling consistent outstanding results and inspire students go on to study at some of the world’s leading universities. The school serves Nursery through to high school (Grade 12) students. Oakridge offers IB, CBSE, and Cambridge curricula, and is recognized as one of the best schools in Hyderabad, India. 

 

The Oakridge International School, Gachibowli is partnered with the Nord Anglia Education family, the world’s leading premium international school organisation. They currently have 81 schools in India, China, Europe, the Middle East, South East Asia and North, Central and South America. NAE are a fast growing, successful education company with over 50 years’ experience. The schools are amongst the most respected premium schools in their markets and are a very popular choice for parents.

 

Job Description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Student Counsellor to support the personal, academic, and career development of our students. The ideal candidate will provide one-on-one and group counselling sessions, helping students navigate academic pressures, mental health challenges, career concerns, and personal issues. This role requires a deep understanding of student needs and a commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Counselling and Support:

    • Provide confidential, one-on-one counselling sessions to students.
    • Facilitate group sessions on topics such as stress management, study skills, time management, and interpersonal skills.
    • Assess students' needs and develop personalized action plans to address academic, career, or personal issues.

  2. Career and Academic Guidance:

    • Guide students in setting and achieving academic and career goals.
    • Collaborate with academic advisors to help students identify areas for academic improvement.
    • Assist students in preparing for internships, job interviews, and career development opportunities.

  3. Crisis Intervention:

    • Respond to students facing personal, academic, or mental health crises.
    • Provide immediate support and, if necessary, coordinate with external resources for specialized assistance.

  4. Workshops and Training:

    • Design and conduct workshops on topics such as mental health awareness, work-life balance, and professional skill development.
    • Regularly update and adapt programming based on evolving student needs.

  5. Record Keeping and Reporting:

    • Maintain accurate, confidential records of counselling sessions and interventions.
    • Provide regular reports on common student concerns and make recommendations for institutional support improvements.

  6. Collaborative Initiatives:

    • Work closely with faculty, staff, and administration to ensure a holistic approach to student well-being.
    • Develop partnerships with local mental health professionals and organizations to expand resources for students.

 

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At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.

All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.

We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds.

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

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