Reddam House Helderfontein is a premium private school in Fourways, Gauteng, situated in Johannesburg’s picturesque Helderfontein Estate Valley close to the leafy suburbs of Dainfern, Lonehill and Broadacres. The Helderfontein campus provides an idyllic, tranquil and secure environment where children are nurtured and encouraged to learn through exploration...
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To adopt a holistic view to students in their care, promoting the general progress and well-being of individuals and of any class or group assigned to them. To create a positive learning environment and motivate students to achieve their full potential.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead individual and group counselling sessions.
Collaborate with the student support and senior leadership teams to develop a care-full environment wherein all students feel safe and listened to.
Professionally record and report on meeting outcomes.
Assist with the management and application of student IEB Accommodations.
In so far as communicating trends and research, to contribute to the continuous professional development of our teaching team.
Support the teaching of Life Orientation.
Serve the community.
Behave in a professional manner with regard to punctuality, behaviour, and standards of work.
Consistently evaluate, reflect on and refine counselling practice.
Continuously seek professional development.
Respond to e-mails and telephone messages within 24 hours.
Attend all occasions appropriate to the position.
Undertake any other reasonable tasks that the School Head / Deputy Head of Student Support fairly determine.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
A passion for the role of school Counsellor - serving the health and wellbeing of others
Recognise and adhere to professional codes of conduct
Able to set clear expectations and stretching personal and team goals
Adaptable style that drives for high performance
Excellent preparation and planning
Excellent organiszational skills
Excellent communication skill
The ability to engage with teenagers and develop trusting relationships
The ability to contribute to a high performing team
Confidence with use of ICT in recording session notes
A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a counselling role, preferably with children
Appropriate legal right to work in a South African school
Appropriate professional qualification and accreditation (for example, with the HPCSA) SACE accreditation (preferred)
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