University and College Counsellor - Egham, United Kingdom - ACS International Schools

ACS International Schools

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Egham, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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ACS Egham International School is recruiting a University & College Counsellor to join the team.

At ACS Egham, we offer all four International Baccalaureate programs with a foundation in a NEASC accredited High School Diploma - These flexible yet IB embedded pathways provide an aspirational, global, and modern learning experience that inspires children to become the drivers of their own success.

The main purpose of this role is to work as part of a team in the IB Student Centre playing a leading role in university & college counselling for students in grades 9 to 12.

You will be responsible for guiding the career and university pathways for approximately half of our cohort.

We are recruiting a counsellor with a passion for inspiring students through a concept based, inquiry driven and student focused approach.

Main Responsibilities:

Take the leading role in all educational and informational programs related to college counselling (eg student, teacher and parent workshops, open evenings, assemblies etc)
Keep uptodate on issues and trends related to university placement through professional development and attending conferences
Be college counsellor for a group of students in grade 11 & 12 that will be divided amongst the college counselling department
Assist with PSHE/Advisory program for students in grade 11 & 12 to support their transition to life after school
Support delivery of grade 9 Careers Education initiatives
Meet regularly and individually with students and families in his/her caseload
Work with faculty to improve and standardise the quality of their advocacy letters
Keep abreast of individual student status with regard to credits, academic warnings, honour roll etc.
Oversee timely delivery of key admissions documents to international universities in support of applicants, transcripts, letters of recommendation, etc
Be available for parent conferences and "dropins" ("Open Door" policy).

Skills and Experience:

Previous teaching experience or related university admission experience.
Strong knowledge of UK, US and other colleges and universities; an established network of admissions colleagues
Previous experience of using or willingness to learn to use Bridge-U programming and administration
Bachelor degree in a related field is essential
Experience working in high school college counselling or university admissions is essential. Experience in teaching is preferred.
Strong IT skills are essential.

ACS is committed to inclusion across race, gender, faith, identity and abilities. We believe that diversity helps us to fulfil our purpose, realise our vision and exemplify our values.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
£43,000.00-£48,000.00 per year

Benefits: