Head of Whole School Counselling Services
The British School Manila
Philippines
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 2018
- Apply by:
- 15 December 2017
Job overview
The British School Manila has a requirement for a prospective member of the staff who will take the position in August 2018.
Applicants for this position must have a clear vision for counselling services in schools and be able to lead a highly qualified team who provide professional and confidential counselling to students, and when required, staff and parents. At The British School Manila (BSM), we have a collaborative child-centred approach to well-being, welfare and learning, where staff are passionate about meeting the needs of our students. The role will involve working across the Whole School (Nursery - Year 13) in collaboration with the Student Welfare Team, teachers, support staff, students, parents and external service providers as necessary.
Specifically, the Head of Whole School Counselling Services will:
1. Develop a clear collective vision for counselling services and be able to translate this into practice.
2. Lead a team of three social and emotional counsellors.
3. Provide professional and confidential counselling to students; to be available to staff and parents when appropriate, and time permitting.
4. Develop practices and work with teams on the delivery of programmes that proactively support the academic and personal / social development for all students.
5. Work with all stakeholders in the community and external agencies to maximise the potential of success for students with counselling needs.
6. Identify key counselling trends and develop effective responses to these.
Essential Characteristics/Qualifications:
1. Has a strong vision for counselling services within schools.
2. Holder of relevant degrees and or other qualifications in Guidance and Counselling and/or Educational Psychology. Professional registration with a counselling body or qualified to register.
3. Has excellent people skills, and can work effectively with diverse teams.
4. Be highly analytical, reflective and compassionate.
5. Work experience in a multicultural environment and an understanding of the International School sector and culture.
BSM follows Child Protection and Safeguarding policies in line with UK standards; all successful candidates will be required to submit a criminal background check/police certificate or the equivalent upon appointment.
To apply, please send your application letter, CV and a recent photo to: recruitmentsenior@britishschoolmanila.org
Please refer to www.britishschoolmanila.org for more information about the school.
Closing date for applications: noon GMT on Friday 15 December 2017
Interviews will be held during December 2017/January 2018.
At present, 900+ students aged 3-18 are on BSM’s roll and 33 nationalities are represented. British children make up 34%, Filipino 24%, Americans 8% and Australians 6% of the total population.
About The British School Manila
- The British School Manila
- 36th Street University Park, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
- Metro Manila
- 1634
- Philippines
Teaching at The British School Manila
At the British School Manila (BSM), we believe that a great school starts with great teachers.
Founded in 1976, our not-for-profit, co-educational school has grown into a vibrant community of over 950 students aged 3 to 18, representing more than 50 nationalities. Our passionate, talented, and caring educators empower our students who sit at the heart of this community. Our teaching corps average seven years at BSM, bringing both stability and depth of experience to every classroom.
Our Guiding Statements shape everything we do:
The British School Manila (BSM) provides an outstanding holistic British international education, empowering students to flourish as global citizens with the skills, understanding and values, to make a positive contribution to our world.
At BSM we commit to fostering a friendly family atmosphere that meets the needs of all our children and creates a true sense of belonging for all BSM community members.
Our students flourish by being:
- happy, healthy and capable of managing their own well-being
- reflective, self-assessing and proactive in driving their own learning
- resilient in adversity
- confident in expressing themselves
Our Core Values
- Respect
- Integrity
- Kindness
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB)
In fostering a true sense of belonging for all BSM community members, we commit to the following practices:
- Respect diverse experiences, to learn from them and develop our intercultural awareness
- Act with Integrity, promoting equitable practices, systems and structures to guide us
- Act with Kindness and advocate for and empower all members of our community
Why Become Part of the BSM Family?
- Supportive, professional community – You’ll join colleagues with experience across the British and international curricula who value collaboration and professional growth.
- Your health and well-being matter to us, and we provide access to excellent medical care, counselling, and wellness initiatives.
- Outstanding learning environment – Our city-centre campus in Bonifacio Global City is designed around the student experience and equipped with excellent facilities for academics, sports, and the arts.
- Diverse, motivated students – Our learners are curious, enthusiastic, and eager to engage with the world around them.
- Global opportunities – From service learning projects to international residential trips, our students and staff enjoy experiences that broaden horizons.
- Balanced lifestyle – Manila offers a vibrant lifestyle, from world-class dining to rich cultural experiences with easy access to beaches, mountains, and cultural adventures across the Philippines and Asia. BSM’s community also provides opportunities for arts, sports and fitness means you’ll always find ways to stay active.
Our Curriculum
BSM is proudly a CIS/WASC and IBDP accredited and we offer an adapted form of the National Curriculum of England in Early Years and Primary, followed by (I)GCSEs in Years 10–11 and the IB Diploma Programme in Years 12 and 13. Our wide co-curricular programme includes over 200 after-school activities, sports, arts, and service learning opportunities that make BSM a lively and rewarding place to teach.
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