School Counsellor

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment.

All successful applicants must be willing to undergo enhanced child protection screening appropriate to the post, including various background checks including, receipt of high-quality references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification and police checks, including overseas checks. No member of staff will be able to start until these checks are complete and this process takes, on average, a month.

Harrow International School Dubai is seeking exceptional educators to join the founding team and become part of the legacy.

As part of our founding team, you will play a pivotal role in building a vibrant and inclusive community where the learning of every individual is at the heart of daily life. Guided by the Harrow values, our staff will create an environment in which every pupil is nurtured, challenged, and empowered to achieve their very best.

• Provide individual and group counselling sessions to pupils, addressing a broad range of social, emotional and behavioural concerns.
• Employ evidence-based therapeutic approaches to support students’ mental health, personal development, and resilience.
• Assess individual needs and, where appropriate, make referrals to external agencies or professionals.
• Respond promptly to student crises, including incidents of bullying, self-harm, or trauma, providing immediate support, assessing the situation, and coordinating appropriate interventions or referrals, including to the DSL if required.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and other staff to implement programmes and strategies that promote wellbeing, social-emotional learning, and positive behaviour.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records in line with safeguarding and professional standards.

• Work closely with Pastoral Head, Designated Safeguarding Lead, House Masters/Mistresses, Tutors and other key staff to ensure a coordinated approach to pupil care.
• Provide exemplary pastoral care, nurturing pupils’ personal, social, and emotional development, and ensuring that every child feels known, valued, and supported.
• Lead or support workshops and initiatives that develop resilience, emotional literacy, and positive relationships.
• Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding, child protection, and pupil welfare, maintaining unwavering compliance with Harrow International School Dubai policies, UAE regulations, and international best practice.
• Communicate proactively and sensitively with parents, maintaining accurate, timely records of all relevant interactions, and fostering strong partnerships between home and School.
• Model and instill Harrow’s core values of Courage, Honour, Humility, and Fellowship, ensuring they are lived out daily in counselling, pastoral practice, and wider School life.

• Establish positive relationships with parents and guardians, providing guidance, resources, and support to address concerns and enhance understanding of pupils’ needs.
• Conduct parent workshops, presentations, and discussion forums on topics relevant to student wellbeing.
• Serve as a clear and accessible channel for parent queries, and facilitate access to external resources or professional providers as appropriate.
• Develop links with external professionals and community networks to enhance support for pupils.

• Engage with leading educational research and developments in counselling and pastoral care, integrating innovative approaches and evidence-based practices into student support strategies.
• Enrich the academic experience through cross-curricular well-being initiatives, workshops, and cultural encounters that broaden pupils’ perspectives and foster curiosity beyond academic boundaries.
• Collaborate purposefully with colleagues, sharing best practice and contributing to the collective advancement of student welfare and pastoral care across Harrow International School Dubai.