School Counsellor - Social-Emotional
Iwate Prefecture, Japan
Start Date: August 2025
Region: Far East and South East Asia
Curriculum: UK
Role and Requirements
...
school counsellor - social-emotional - aug 2025 - japan.
- japan
- posted 1 day ago
- closes 20 december 2024
job details
summary
- japan
- £2,200 - £3,200 per month, Housing, flights, medical & more
- contract
- full-time
- job categoryeducation, training & library
job details
The School Counsellor will support the mental and physical health and emotional wellbeing of all students alongside the existing school counsellor. They will provide a high-quality counselling service to students experiencing a wide range of social, emotional and health issues. They will be a key to the school's commitment to ensure all students reach their academic potential, develop the values and behaviours the school espouses and are best prepared for a fulfilled and successful adult life. They will significantly contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of all the school's students.
Key Responsibilities
* Work with the Deputy Head Pastoral, SENDCo and House Masters/Mistresses (HMs) to support the needs of all students.
* Communicate with appropriate staff to understand student issues, then develop and implement strategies/interventions for individual students and review their impact; further adjusting the methods until the issue has been resolved.
* Consult and communicate with parents regarding the counselling services and support available. Provide educational bulletins and training sessions to parents on a range of appropriate areas as a proactive approach to supporting the school's community.
* Maintain a presence around school so as to be aware of the pertinent issues amongst students.
* Assist HMs in the induction of new students.
* Provide a programme that equips students with the skills and behaviours to maintain a healthy and happy lifestyle.
* Provide support and guidance to staff, enabling them to better identify and support students with emotional health and wellbeing issues.
* Compile and maintain secure and confidential records of all counselling sessions and ensure that confidentiality is maintained.
* Work with external agencies to provide further support where required.
* Support staff who are experiencing social, emotional and psychological issues. * Other reasonable requests made by the Head Master
Requirements Required
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
* Post-graduate qualification in Counselling or Psychotherapy.
* Registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and/or the UK Council for Psychotherapy, or similar.
* At least two years' experience, post qualification, working with students. * Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
* An understanding of the developmental, emotional, social and educational issues faced by young people.
* An awareness of the range of needs of people from diverse ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds.
* Knowledge in a variety of clinical interventions and therapy styles.
* Experience of working as part of a Secondary School Team.
* Experience designing, implementing, evaluating and enhancing workshops and programmes aimed at supporting parents and carers.
* Knowledge in mediation and conflict resolution methods.
* Further therapeutic training or qualification in working with adolescents.
* Experience of group and individual counselling.
* Knowledge of local mental health services.
* Ability to relate and communicate with people of all ages and backgrounds.
* Strong presentation skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong listening skills.
* Ability to work independently, manage own caseload and use initiative.
* Commitment to continuing professional development.
* Demonstration of high personal, ethical and professional standards.
* Patience, tolerance and sensitivity.
* A mature and non-judgemental outlook.
* Enthusiasm and positivity.
show moreKey Responsibilities
* Work with the Deputy Head Pastoral, SENDCo and House Masters/Mistresses (HMs) to support the needs of all students.
* Communicate with appropriate staff to understand student issues, then develop and implement strategies/interventions for individual students and review their impact; further adjusting the methods until the issue has been resolved.
* Consult and communicate with parents regarding the counselling services and support available. Provide educational bulletins and training sessions to parents on a range of appropriate areas as a proactive approach to supporting the school's community.
* Maintain a presence around school so as to be aware of the pertinent issues amongst students.
* Assist HMs in the induction of new students.
* Provide a programme that equips students with the skills and behaviours to maintain a healthy and happy lifestyle.
* Provide support and guidance to staff, enabling them to better identify and support students with emotional health and wellbeing issues.
* Compile and maintain secure and confidential records of all counselling sessions and ensure that confidentiality is maintained.
* Work with external agencies to provide further support where required.
* Support staff who are experiencing social, emotional and psychological issues. * Other reasonable requests made by the Head Master
Requirements Required
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
* Post-graduate qualification in Counselling or Psychotherapy.
* Registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and/or the UK Council for Psychotherapy, or similar.
* At least two years' experience, post qualification, working with students. * Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
* An understanding of the developmental, emotional, social and educational issues faced by young people.
* An awareness of the range of needs of people from diverse ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds.
* Knowledge in a variety of clinical interventions and therapy styles.
* Experience of working as part of a Secondary School Team.
* Experience designing, implementing, evaluating and enhancing workshops and programmes aimed at supporting parents and carers.
* Knowledge in mediation and conflict resolution methods.
* Further therapeutic training or qualification in working with adolescents.
* Experience of group and individual counselling.
* Knowledge of local mental health services.
* Ability to relate and communicate with people of all ages and backgrounds.
* Strong presentation skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong listening skills.
* Ability to work independently, manage own caseload and use initiative.
* Commitment to continuing professional development.
* Demonstration of high personal, ethical and professional standards.
* Patience, tolerance and sensitivity.
* A mature and non-judgemental outlook.
* Enthusiasm and positivity.
Package: The remuneration package is very generous and includes the following;
- A competitive salary package
- An annual bonus of up to 1 month's salary, subject to appraisal
- Full health insurance coverage for teachers as well as cover for dependents
- Onsite or nearby full-furnished accommodation provided
- Return Airfare and baggage allowances for teacher and dependents
- Remission on tuition fees for up to two (2) dependent children attending the School. 50% remission on tuition fees for 3rd dependent child onward. *Please note the school is opening only to Secondary age students and therefore younger dependents cannot be catered for.
- The cost of all working visas, dependents' resident visas and work permits costs paid for by the school
- Free annual ski pass and use of onsen, discount on golf course fees
- Termly return shinkansen tickets to Tokyo
School Counsellor - Social-Emotional
Iwate Prefecture, Japan
Start Date: August 2025
Region: Far East and South East Asia
Curriculum: UK
Role and Requirements
The School Counsellor will support the mental and physical health and emotional wellbeing of all students alongside the existing school counsellor. They will provide a high-quality counselling service to students experiencing a wide range of social, emotional and health issues. They will be a key to the school's commitment to ensure all students reach their academic potential, develop the values and behaviours the school espouses and are best prepared for a fulfilled and successful adult life. They will significantly contribute to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare and personal care of all the school's students.
Key Responsibilities
* Work with the Deputy Head Pastoral, SENDCo and House Masters/Mistresses (HMs) to support the needs of all students.
* Communicate with appropriate staff to understand student issues, then develop and implement strategies/interventions for individual students and review their impact; further adjusting the methods until the issue has been resolved.
...
* Consult and communicate with parents regarding the counselling services and support available. Provide educational bulletins and training sessions to parents on a range of appropriate areas as a proactive approach to supporting the school's community.
* Maintain a presence around school so as to be aware of the pertinent issues amongst students.
* Assist HMs in the induction of new students.
* Provide a programme that equips students with the skills and behaviours to maintain a healthy and happy lifestyle.
* Provide support and guidance to staff, enabling them to better identify and support students with emotional health and wellbeing issues.
* Compile and maintain secure and confidential records of all counselling sessions and ensure that confidentiality is maintained.
* Work with external agencies to provide further support where required.
* Support staff who are experiencing social, emotional and psychological issues. * Other reasonable requests made by the Head Master
Requirements Required
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
* Post-graduate qualification in Counselling or Psychotherapy.
* Registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and/or the UK Council for Psychotherapy, or similar.
* At least two years' experience, post qualification, working with students. * Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
* An understanding of the developmental, emotional, social and educational issues faced by young people.
* An awareness of the range of needs of people from diverse ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds.
* Knowledge in a variety of clinical interventions and therapy styles.
* Experience of working as part of a Secondary School Team.
* Experience designing, implementing, evaluating and enhancing workshops and programmes aimed at supporting parents and carers.
* Knowledge in mediation and conflict resolution methods.
* Further therapeutic training or qualification in working with adolescents.
* Experience of group and individual counselling.
* Knowledge of local mental health services.
* Ability to relate and communicate with people of all ages and backgrounds.
* Strong presentation skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong listening skills.
* Ability to work independently, manage own caseload and use initiative.
* Commitment to continuing professional development.
* Demonstration of high personal, ethical and professional standards.
* Patience, tolerance and sensitivity.
* A mature and non-judgemental outlook.
* Enthusiasm and positivity.
show more* Maintain a presence around school so as to be aware of the pertinent issues amongst students.
* Assist HMs in the induction of new students.
* Provide a programme that equips students with the skills and behaviours to maintain a healthy and happy lifestyle.
* Provide support and guidance to staff, enabling them to better identify and support students with emotional health and wellbeing issues.
* Compile and maintain secure and confidential records of all counselling sessions and ensure that confidentiality is maintained.
* Work with external agencies to provide further support where required.
* Support staff who are experiencing social, emotional and psychological issues. * Other reasonable requests made by the Head Master
Requirements Required
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
* Post-graduate qualification in Counselling or Psychotherapy.
* Registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and/or the UK Council for Psychotherapy, or similar.
* At least two years' experience, post qualification, working with students. * Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
* An understanding of the developmental, emotional, social and educational issues faced by young people.
* An awareness of the range of needs of people from diverse ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds.
* Knowledge in a variety of clinical interventions and therapy styles.
* Experience of working as part of a Secondary School Team.
* Experience designing, implementing, evaluating and enhancing workshops and programmes aimed at supporting parents and carers.
* Knowledge in mediation and conflict resolution methods.
* Further therapeutic training or qualification in working with adolescents.
* Experience of group and individual counselling.
* Knowledge of local mental health services.
* Ability to relate and communicate with people of all ages and backgrounds.
* Strong presentation skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong listening skills.
* Ability to work independently, manage own caseload and use initiative.
* Commitment to continuing professional development.
* Demonstration of high personal, ethical and professional standards.
* Patience, tolerance and sensitivity.
* A mature and non-judgemental outlook.
* Enthusiasm and positivity.
Package: The remuneration package is very generous and includes the following;
- A competitive salary package
- An annual bonus of up to 1 month's salary, subject to appraisal
- Full health insurance coverage for teachers as well as cover for dependents
- Onsite or nearby full-furnished accommodation provided
- Return Airfare and baggage allowances for teacher and dependents
- Remission on tuition fees for up to two (2) dependent children attending the School. 50% remission on tuition fees for 3rd dependent child onward. *Please note the school is opening only to Secondary age students and therefore younger dependents cannot be catered for.
- The cost of all working visas, dependents' resident visas and work permits costs paid for by the school
- Free annual ski pass and use of onsen, discount on golf course fees
- Termly return shinkansen tickets to Tokyo
experience
Teachingskills
ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour managementqualifications
BA Hons (QTS),BEd,BSc Hons (QTS),BTEC certificate in childreneducation
high school,college,university
the application process.
See what comes ahead in the application process. Find out how we help you land that job.
1 of 8apply with randstad.
Applying with us is easy. We will review your application and see if you are a good fit for the job and the company.
2 of 8we'll give you a call.
Our consultant will call you at a suitable time to discuss your application and further career aspirations.
3 of 8getting you registered.
If you’ve never worked with us before, we’ll need some basic additional pieces of information to confirm your eligibility for work.
4 of 8compliance check.
Next, we just need to verify a few things - we’ll make the relevant compliance checks and keep you posted.
5 of 8reference and background check.
As part of the process in ensuring you’re perfect for the role, we’ll make contact with any relevant references you’ve provided.
6 of 8the perfect job for you.
Our expert team will either arrange an interview for the role you’ve applied for, or if they believe there’s a better opportunity, they’ll suggest alternative options too.
7 of 8the interview.
We’ll ensure that you’re fully prepared ahead of your interview and know exactly what to expect - good luck!
8 of 8start your new job.
Congratulations, you’re ready to begin your new job. The team will ensure that you’re fully prepared for your first day.
related jobs.
see all jobs- 日本
- contract
- £3,500 - £4,500 per month, Housing, flights, medical & more
Head of PE Iwate Prefecture, JapanStart Date: August 2025 Region: Far East and South East Asia Curriculum: UK RequirementsRecognised education degree or degree and teaching certificateFamiliarity with UK curriculum and IGCSE/GCSE/A levelsConsistent experience within a highly regarded school environmentExperience of developing highly able students to top class resultsPrevious experience in a boarding/independent school environment is desirableCommitmentposted 21 november 2024Head of PE Iwate Prefecture, JapanStart Date: August 2025 Region: Far East and South East Asia Curriculum: UK RequirementsRecognised education degree or degree and teaching certificateFamiliarity with UK curriculum and IGCSE/GCSE/A levelsConsistent experience within a highly regarded school environmentExperience of developing highly able students to top class resultsPrevious experience in a boarding/independent school environment is desirableCommitment
let similar jobs come to you
We will keep you updated when we have similar job postings.
Thank you for subscribing to your personalised job alerts.