School Counsellor

About Etqan Global Academy

Etqan Global Academy (EGA) is a values-driven IB World School located in Doha, Qatar, offering the PYP, MYP, DP, and IBCP programs. We are dedicated to nurturing future leaders who will positively impact Qatar and the world. As part of the Nord Anglia Education family, our students and staff benefit from a global network of schools and exceptional professional development opportunities. We cultivate a respectful and structured learning environment that emphasizes character development, student wellbeing, and high academic achievement. Our staff collaborate to empower students to become confident, independent learners.

The Role

Etqan Global Academy is seeking a dedicated and compassionate female School Counsellor to join our team in Doha, Qatar. This role involves providing comprehensive counselling support across all school phases, integrating social-emotional wellbeing with academic and university guidance for our diverse student body.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual and small-group counselling to students in Early Years, Primary, and Secondary, addressing social, emotional, behavioural, and mental health concerns.
• Identify students facing challenges and implement timely, culturally sensitive support plans.
• Offer comprehensive university counselling to DP and IBCP students, assisting with applications, personal statements, and exploring educational opportunities in Qatar, the UK, USA, and internationally.
• Guide MYP students in their subject selections and academic pathway planning.
• Organize and host university visits, careers fairs, higher education events, and workshops for parents.
• Foster strong professional relationships with parents and families, maintaining open communication regarding student wellbeing and academic progress.
• Serve as a vital member of the school's safeguarding team, ensuring accurate and confidential record-keeping of all counselling interventions.
• Contribute to school-wide wellbeing initiatives, workshops, and awareness campaigns.

Requirements

• Postgraduate degree in Counselling, School Counselling, or Educational Psychology, with current membership in a recognized professional body (e.g., BACP, ACA, or equivalent).
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a school counselling or student support capacity.
• Proven experience in both social-emotional counselling and academic/university guidance.
• Familiarity with university application procedures for Qatar, the UK, USA, and other international destinations.
• A solid understanding of safeguarding and child protection protocols within an international educational setting.
• Exceptional cross-cultural, interpersonal, and communication abilities, demonstrating a warm, empathetic, and culturally sensitive demeanor.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English; Arabic language skills are considered a plus.
• Previous experience working in Qatar or the Middle East, and within an IB school environment, is advantageous.
• This position is exclusively for female applicants due to the cultural and community needs of EGA's student population.

Additional Information

All applications must be submitted online via the Nord Anglia Education careers portal and include a current CV. Etqan Global Academy is an equal opportunities employer. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced DBS or its equivalent. We are committed to upholding the highest safeguarding standards and expect all employees to share this commitment.