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Career Counsellors
Permanent vacancy in All Emirates, United Arab Emirates
Job Reference:
STJ60267
Type:
Private  International , Nursery, Primary & Secondary School
Type of Post:
Permanent, Full Time
Application type :
Local Only applicants accepted
Job Start Date:
ASAP Start
Contact Email:
Interview Format:
Face to Face, Telephone, Web Camera,
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Description

 

🎓 Job Vacancy: Careers Counsellor – UAE

Location: United Arab Emirates
Start Date: August 2025 or earlier by agreement
Salary: Up to AED 15,000/month (tax-free)
Benefits: Housing allowance, annual flight, medical insurance, gratuity, and other school perks


About the Role:

We are recruiting a passionate and experienced Careers Counsellor on behalf of a leading international school in the UAE. The successful candidate will support students in identifying their strengths, planning their futures, and preparing for university or career pathways. This role is ideal for someone who is student-focused, organized, and knowledgeable about international higher education systems.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide individual and group counselling sessions to support students with career exploration and planning

  • Guide students through university applications (e.g., UCAS, Common App, OUAC), scholarship options, and admission requirements

  • Organize career days, university fairs, guest speakers, and internship opportunities

  • Advise on subject choices in relation to post-secondary pathways (IB/IGCSE/US curriculum knowledge preferred)

  • Maintain up-to-date records of student meetings, university applications, and placement outcomes

  • Build strong relationships with international universities and institutions

  • Provide support to parents regarding university admissions timelines and options

  • Collaborate with academic staff and leadership on curriculum planning and student support


Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree (Education, Psychology, or related field); a postgraduate qualification in Counselling or Career Guidance is preferred

  • 3+ years of experience in a similar counselling role within an international or secondary school setting

  • Strong understanding of global university admissions processes (UK, US, Canada, Europe, etc.)

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

  • Ability to inspire and support students from diverse backgrounds

  • Fluency in English (spoken and written); Arabic or other languages are a plus

  • Based in the UAE or willing to relocate


What We Offer:

  • Up to AED 15,000/month (tax-free)

  • Housing allowance

  • Annual flight

  • Medical insurance

  • End-of-service gratuity

  • Professional development and a collaborative school environment


To Apply:

Please send your updated CV and a brief cover letter to:
📩 ash@seekteachers.com


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Minimum Application Requirements

Qualification:
Minimum Qualification Requirement: Bachelor's Degree
Experience:
3 Years
Type of Staff:
Male or Female can apply to this job
Must be western trained (USA, Canada, UK, Scotland, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand & South Africa)
Prefer candidates with international experience
Open University qualification(s) are NOT accepted
Additional:
**Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Education, Marketing, or related field

Remuneration Package

Salary Range:
A salary from 12000 up to 15000  AED (UAE Dirham) per month based on experience and qualification, TAX FREE
Housing:
Based on application  fully furnished Housing provided
Medical:
State/Public medical provided
Flights:
Flight(s) provided annual flights are provided for the teacher
Bereavement Leave:
Bereavement leave given
Emergency Evacuation:
Emergency evacuation given
Gratuity Amount:
Gratuity Amount of the end of service bonus pay is 3 weeks per annum completed and paid at the end of the contract is provided
Tuition fees covered for children:
2
100 % discount is offered for child 1
100 % discount is offered for child 2
Contract Length:
2 years contract renewable on mutual agreement

Important Information

Document Attestation:
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Age restrictions:
60
SeekTeachers™ is acting as an Employment Agency. To apply register now, or alternatively send a CV with a photo to ash@SeekTeachers.com

Please Note: The job description and requirements above have come directly from the employer and not from SeekTeachers. This is an overseas position with different cultural beliefs and a segregated learning policy and as such it satisfies the criteria of a genuine requirement for the post, under schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.

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