Assistant School Counselor

About the School

Established in 2006, Compass International School offers a premium British education to expatriate and local Qatari families. It operates two campuses, Al Themaid and Madinat Khalifa, catering from Early Years to Secondary level. The school provides a bespoke British curriculum with students able to choose from a range of IGCSEs, AS, and A levels, along with the prestigious IB Diploma Programme for Years 12 and 13. Both campuses foster a welcoming, friendly atmosphere focused on student-centered learning. The school holds Qatar National Schools Accreditation (QNSA) and is a member of British Schools in the Middle East (BSME) and AoBSO. Qatar offers a sunny climate throughout the year with excellent global travel access, making it a popular expatriate destination.

Job Purpose

The Assistant School Counselor supports the main school counselor in advancing students’ academic, social, emotional, and personal growth. This includes providing individual and group support sessions, assisting with well-being initiatives, maintaining accurate student records, and working alongside teachers, parents, and school leaders to meet student needs effectively.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day student assistance through individual check-ins and small group counseling activities.
• Help identify students requiring additional support and assist in delivering wellbeing and social-emotional learning programs.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, parents, and leadership to promote student welfare and properly address concerns.
• Create and maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where students feel valued and encouraged to succeed.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be compassionate, approachable, and centered on student welfare, with a strong passion for nurturing young people's development. Excellent communication and listening skills are essential to build trustful relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Candidates should demonstrate empathy, professionalism, sound judgment, and cultural sensitivity, fostering positive mental health, resilience, inclusion, and a safe school atmosphere. A collaborative mindset and confidence in engaging diverse audiences is important.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in counseling or related areas.
• Minimum of 2 years as a Counselor preferred.
• Fluent English speaker with excellent organizational and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Familiarity with social-emotional learning frameworks and student wellbeing programs.
• Experience utilizing student information systems and managing counseling documentation.
• Preference is given to candidates under husband/family sponsorship in Qatar.

Other Important Details

• Applicants must satisfy visa-related requirements for Qatar.
• Successful candidates will undergo vetting including criminal background checks for countries of residence in the last decade.

Application Process

Applicants should submit a CV, cover letter, and contact details of two professional references. Early applications are encouraged as the school reserves the right to close the vacancy early. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The anticipated start date is October 2026. The application deadline is Thursday, 15th October 2026.

Commitment to Diversity and Safety

The school is committed to fostering an inclusive, safe environment for all students irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender, or culture. All staff working with children are subject to routine safeguarding and background checks.