University Counsellor

University Counsellor 

Reports to: Head of Sixth Form

1 General role description:

The University Counsellor will bridge the gap in understanding and practice between our pupils, their families and overseas universities. S/he will provide bespoke three-year programmes in support of pupils, ensuring their academic and college readiness for international institutions. S/he will work with the pupils so that they are well prepared to overcome the challenges facing them as they leave China and enter higher education overseas.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting staff

• To support the Head of Sixth Form in developing a first-class university admissions team

• To support the training needs of staff on matters surrounding university admissions 

• To support HMs and the team of Sixth Form tutors in writing university references and LORs; ensuring that these are completed in a timely manner

• To manage the UCAS application process for all pupils applying to UK universities 

• To coordinate, in conjunction with the Head of Sixth Form, the annual IHEF and the university visits.

• To support the Head of Sixth Form in communications with parents.

Supporting pupils: 

• To advise and support pupils in their university admissions process

• Regularly lead interactive university prep workshops for families

• Plan for standardized tests, extra-curricular activities and academic and career counselling

• Set up group and individual tutorials to support college and university knowledge and understanding, 

• To support and advise applicants to elite universities (Oxbridge & Ivy League)

• To monitor and track the university application progress of pupils in years 12 and 13

• To develop a university admissions’ track for pupils from years 9-11

• To support and help pupils on results’ day and with further advice on university admissions (Clearing etc)

Supporting parents: 

• To support and inform parents and the wider Wellington community by providing periodic and regular briefings and updates on university applications 

PERSONAL QUALIFICATION:

• Bachelor degree or above;

• Excellent verbal and written ability in English.

• At least 5 years of relevant university counselling experience

• Creative and problem solving

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, proven ability to communicate effectively with different types of people and in cross-culture environment

• Strong passion for the education and development of students

• Strong track record of solving complex problems, strategic thinking and delivering significant impact as a leader.

• Proven ability to work with data and develop recommendations for action based on the analysis.

• Personal Integrity, accountability and credibility

• Strong mindset for continuous improvement to meet or exceed expectations.

• High integrity and fully comply with Wellington Core Value.

“Aligned with 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.”

                                                                                                                          ITFCP Statement of Commitment

Wellington College China schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Assessment and testing of applicants’ suitability to work with children is an integral part of the selection process.