School Counsellor- Social and Emotional
Skills
About This Role
Overview
Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance.
Main Duties
- Help students enhance personal, social, and academic growth and wellbeing
- Monitor the progress of individual students and provide necessary interventions.
- Communicate with parents to discuss student behaviour or support needs
- Take steps to prevent bullying and support victims of bullying
- Assist students in understanding and managing social, behaviour, and personal problems
- Deliver therapeutic intervention based on the need of the individuals and provide referral to external services as needed
- Focus on preventative and developmental counseling to equip students with essential skills in personal, social and academic growth.
- Collaborate with the Safeguarding and Child Protection Team
- Work closely with the Inclusion Team
Specific Duties
- Support individual and group sessions on social, emotional and development issues.
- Provide culturally sensitive therapies, considering cultural influences on adolescent development.
- Monitor students who may be at risk in regards to social and emotional issues and in consultation with the CPC and/or Head of Inclusion,, make appropriate referrals for interventions outside of school in consultation with parents.
- Promote wellbeing of students via whole school and community awareness initiatives.
- Work closely with the pastoral team and safeguarding leads to promote the safety and happiness of students..
Emotional Support
Help individuals navigate personal challenges such as stress, anxiety, grief, or trauma.
Social Skills Development
Teach communication, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills.
Behavioral Guidance
Assist students in managing emotions, self-regulation, and impulse control.
Mental Health Awareness
Identify signs of mental health concerns and provide referrals if necessary.
Crisis Intervention
Offer immediate support during emotional crises or conflicts.
Collaboration
Work with teachers, parents, employers, and social workers to create supportive environments.
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