Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a qualification in careers guidance or a relevant degree. Essential skills include excellent communication, strong organizational abilities, and ICT proficiency. The role also requires the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and external partners, along with being proactive, flexible, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Dubai, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Education & Teaching
Company Industry
Education & Training
University and careers adviser
Kings’ School Nad Al Sheba Secondary is seeking to appoint a highly skilled university and careers adviser with experience of working with students in an international school setting.
You will join a dynamic and passionate team and will be responsible for providing an exceptional education to some of the most ambitious students in Dubai.
Key responsibilities
Provide careers guidance and support to students and parents on pathways, higher education and future career opportunities.
Support students with university applications, including personal statements, references and admissions processes.
Organise careers-related events, university visits, guest speakers and higher education evenings.
Deliver one-to-one guidance interviews, small group sessions and presentations.
Maintain accurate records of student applications, offers, destinations and progression data.
Build and maintain relationships with universities, employers and external organisations.
Support the delivery of a careers programme aligned to the Gatsby Benchmarks.
Contribute to the development of careers education across the whole school.
We are looking for someone who is:
Essential:
Qualified in careers guidance or holds a relevant degree qualification.
An excellent communicator with strong organisational and ICT skills.
Able to build positive relationships with students, parents and external partners.
Proactive, flexible and able to work independently and as part of a team.
Committed to supporting students in making informed decisions about their future pathways.
Desirable:
Experience in careers guidance, university counselling or a similar educational setting.
Knowledge of UK and international university admissions processes.
Experience organising careers events and employer engagement opportunities.
Passionate about education and student success.
The ability to speak Arabic.
How to apply
Candidates are to apply directly through the appropriate channels. Within your application, please include a supporting statement. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received. Early applications are strongly encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
Safer recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers who work with the school to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo a rigorous screening process that includes verification of qualifications and passport; obtaining three satisfactory references (including current or most recent employer and a previous employer); providing a police certificate(s) for the last ten years from all countries that the applicant has resided in; prohibition checks (for applicants with a UK background). Any employment gaps on the application form will be addressed during an interview and may be explored further.
Inclusive culture
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is valued. We seek to attract, develop, and retain top talent regardless of background. If you share our passion for education and are eager to contribute to our learners' success, we encourage you to apply.
We particularly welcome applications from UAE nationals who meet the criteria.
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