Due to continued expansion and growth, Dubai British School Jumeirah Park require a Level 6 qualified Careers Counsellor to support their high-achieving secondary students with their transitions from KS4 and 5 to Higher Education institutions. Immediate start date.

This is an excellent opportunity for a suitably qualified individual who is passionate and forward thinking and who will thrive in our vibrant learning environment. The successful candidate will be welcomed into a team that fosters pedagogical discussion, embraces our vision of “Enjoy, Aspire, Achieve” and seeks the best outcomes for all students. In return you will have the opportunity to work in a premium, state-of-the-art school with a committed and dedicated staff. We have a pro-active approach to continuing professional, personal development and wellbeing, and the successful candidate will join a school where our values and our community are integral to our ethos.

Our School

Dubai British School Jumeirah Park is part of the Taaleem family of schools and offers high quality education to over 1500 students aged between 3 and 18 years of age. Our multi-cultural environment offers an exceptional combination of the best of a well-rounded British education delivered within a truly international and inclusive community.

In the pursuit of the highest academic standards, we provide a caring and supportive atmosphere which allows children to thrive academically, socially and emotionally, with each individual talent being nurtured and celebrated. The school is unique in many ways and has been designed to the highest specifications with the 21st century learning needs of students in mind.

Careers Advisor

The core purpose of the Careers Counsellor is to provide high quality careers guidance through a wide range of experiences that help young people to progress, empower them to plan and manage their own futures and ensure a smooth progression for all students to Higher Education and/or employment. Please refer to the attached for key responsibilities.

Our Curriculum

DBSJP follows the National Curriculum for England, from EYFS through to GCSE, BTEC and A Level examination courses. The curriculum is significantly enhanced by the local context and culture. The opportunities that students enjoy outside the classroom are just as important as the main curriculum and we offer an extensive, competitive and varied extra-curricular activities programme.

Requirements:

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  Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Advice or other relevant degree qualification
• At least two years’ experience in a similar setting
• A commitment to providing high quality careers guidance
• A track record of enabling a smooth progression for all students to Higher Education and/or employment
• A willingness to make a broader contribution to school life
• The drive to continue to develop professionally through a variety of CPD programmes
• The ability to adapt quickly to a fast-paced international, multicultural and demanding environment

How to apply: Candidates are to apply directly through the TES portal.

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