School Details –
At HeadStart we aim to stimulate students’ minds, as well as to encourage them to push beyond perceived traditional academic boundaries. It is our intention that through employing dedicated, enthusiastic and inspiring teachers, we will enthuse all our students to reach their potential and exceed expectations. We deliver a well-rounded personalised educational experience. We pride ourselves on being a community school, emphasising individual learning.
HeadStart is based in the centre of Phuket Island and gained ‘International School’ status in 2010, and is a fully accredited International School with The Education Development Trust. In our most recent inspection, we were awarded the International Schools Quality Mark (ISQM) with accreditors recognising the school to be a ‘Good School with Outstanding Features’.
Our curriculum is based on the national curriculum of England, and we offer Cambridge & Pearson qualifications in secondary school, including IGCSEs, A Levels, and BTECs.
The school's main campus at Chaofah has 1000 students and is oversubscribed in most year groups. From August 2028, we will expand our Upper School site and provision to make 'HeadStart College' the premier educational institution in the South of Thailand.
In August 2023, we opened a new campus in the north of the island, Cherngtalay. Having started as a one-form Foundation and Primary school, our Cherngtalay Campus is now a three-form entry Foundation, Primary and Secondary School (KS3 only) for up to 500 students.
School Counsellor –
We are seeking a compassionate, skilled and reflective School Counsellor. to work at our Chaofah campus.
The role will involve working closely with the Pastoral Deputy Heads and an experienced pastoral team. The successful candidate will provide a professional, confidential counselling service that supports pupils well-being.
Whilst the Student Counsellor supports pupils across all age groups, the majority of this role will focus on pupils in the Secondary School.
The successful candidate will deliver high-quality therapeutic support to pupils, contribute to whole-school wellbeing initiatives, fostering a positive, caring and inclusive culture. Through your varied caseload, you will work collaboratively with safeguarding and pastoral teams.
You will be a reflective practitioner with strong professional judgement, emotional resilience and a genuine commitment to supporting young people. You will be confident working both independently and as part of the pastoral team.
A clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and professional boundaries is essential.
Requirements / Application Details –
Essential Requirements:
A recognised counselling qualification
A firm understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
Experience of therapeutic work with children or young people
Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university
A recognised teaching qualification: BEd.; PGCE; iPGCE or equivalent
Must be a fluent English speaker
Desirable Requirements (not essential):
Registration or membership with a professional body
Previous experience in an international school environment
Remuneration Package:
(Full details of the salary package and terms and conditions will be sent to short-listed candidates)
Private medical insurance
3-year renewable contract
Free lunch and beverages during the school day
Additional payments for extracurricular activities
Significant end of contract bonuses.
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