University and Careers Counsellor

Our College

Engaged and passionate students, highly experienced teachers and state-of-the-art facilities are the foundations of Dulwich College (Singapore). The College is academically selective and provides a well-rounded education founded on academic rigour complemented by rich co-curricular programmes. Dulwich College (Singapore) comprises more than 2,800 students and over 50 nationalities from toddlers (age 2) to Year 13 (age 18). The College follows the English National Curriculum followed by IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme from Year 12.

Dulwich College (Singapore) is regarded as one of the leading International schools on the Island and offers the highest quality of learning. Our teaching and support staff are outstanding, our parents are supportive, and our students are a delight. Our facilities are superb with generous, extensive learning spaces, a state of the art Performing Arts Centre/Theatre, black box studios, playing fields, pools, and large Gymnasiums.

The Role

An outstanding and inspirational University and Careers Counsellor is required for August 2023.  

The University and Careers Counselling (UCC) team at Dulwich College (Singapore) is a key element of our 'Students Come First' mission. Working closely with our pastoral leaders and academic programme coordinators, the UCC team is involved in the education and guidance of all students from Year 7 to 13. From identifying interests and passions, to targeting careers and future study programmes, the team is focused on supporting all our students in finding their 'best fit', personalised pathway, beyond the College. A Head of University and Careers Counselling role may be available for suitable candidates.

Our Counselling Profile

Counsel WORLDWISE

Dulwich College International is One Family of Schools focused on every student achieving his or her very best in school and life beyond, which is why all our students Graduate Worldwise, ensuring they are confidently prepared for the uncertainties of the future. To guarantee this experience for all our students, we look to recruit the very best counselling practitioners in international education so that, with us, they continue to develop as Worldwise Counsellors.

Our Vision of Counsellors

Worldwise Counsellors:

• Are student advocates first
• Display self-control and flexibility and encourage students to build a personalised Bridge to the World that will creat lifelong post-secondary success and fulfilment
• Promote a love of learning and student wellbeing
• Show professional initiative and perseverance
• Get on with others and have highly developed communication and collaboration skills
• Are committed to sustainability and global citizenship
• Promote academic rigour, holistic learning and post-secondary aspirations that will allow our students to have the skills and motivation to make a positive difference in the world

A Worldwise Counsellor values:

• Student agency
• Data-supported counselling approaches and personalised student learning
• Diversity of cultures, personal backgrounds, and post-secondary aspirations
• High levels of student motivation and engagement

A Worldwise Counsellor's practice:

• Embraces professional collaboration and collective efficacy as part of One Family of Schools
• Is student-centred in order to identify best-fit post-secondary pathways
• Engages in pioneering professional learning for the benefit of students and the school community

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate:

As a University and Careers Counsellor within Dulwich, you will serve as an integral part of the student journey through the development and implementation of the university and careers programme. This role is pivotal in supporting students by engaging all relevant stakeholders in providing programming and services to students in order to ensure individual pathway development and entitlement for all students to support future goals. 

The University and Careers Counsellors act as a link to all relevant departments to gain an in-depth understanding of student ambitions, abilities and goals that are essential in supporting students and families in career, university and post-secondary planning. You will promote and nurture a culture focused on growth, purpose, and a sense of belonging to help students find their best fit for the future and to be their best selves. You will also become part of an exciting educational organisation, that encourages individual attention on the student, supporting families through transitions and staff engagement through professional learning and interactions.

Candidate will:

• Have a relevant qualification/certification in university and careers counselling and at least two years of relevant experience working within a secondary school setting;
• Have relevant experience in an international school setting with experience working inter-departmentally to embed university and careers programming;
• Have a deep working knowledge of UK, UK, European, Singapore, Hong Kong, Canadian, and Australian admissions processes and systems;
• Have classroom and curriculum development experience to lead robust university and career programming;
• Have experience working with international students and families with a deep, working knowledge of the importance of culturally responsive practice;
• Liaise as appropriate with outside agencies and community members to support all areas of programming;
• Have experience with university admissions testing for US and UK admissions, including serving as test site supervisor for ACT/SAT;
• Have working knowledge of university application platforms;
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Be flexible and able to meet deadlines;
• Fulfil all pastoral, welfare, and supervisory duties effectively and willingly;
• Role model a mindset of continuous development and improvement, to meet and exceed expectations;
• Be committed to quality, attention to detail, and high standards.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Having a diverse staff body is a great strength to us as a College and one of the ways that we can help students achieve our College Mission of Living Worldwise. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, pregnancy or socio-economic status. We support family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational needs allow. Staff recruited locally are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law.

Dulwich College (Singapore) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices which are aligned to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. We hold ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection. All appointments are subject to an interview, identity checks, criminal record checks, and successful references.

CPE Registration Number: 201027137D. Period of Registration: 09 January 2020 to 08 January 2024