Careers and University Guidance Counsellor (% Geography teaching is required)

British International School Bratislava

Place of work
Pekníkova 6, Dúbravka
Contract type
full-time
Start date
August 2020
Wage (gross)
From 1 667 EUR/month

Information about the position

Job description, responsibilities and duties

• To provide guidance to students at all stages of the universities application process
• With the assistance of colleagues, to support students with applications to prestigious universities
• To coordinate or deliver careers advice and guidance and university preparation, as appropriate, through one to one guidance interviews, group sessions, tutorials, workshops and presentations at parents’ evenings
• To organise university-related trips, visits and guest speakers
• To provide skills development, including interview skills, job search, networking and making applications through a variety of platforms and by using links with parents, Alumni and colleagues
• Developing and recommending careers guidance and employment information and materials, and ensuring that they are available in a variety of formats (i.e. self-help guidance/handouts online career hubs)
• Establishing, promoting and maintaining eff¬ective links with staff¬ in key areas, industries and universities
• Involvement with the planning, organisation and implementation of the annual Universities and Careers Fairs and other related events throughout the year

Employee perks, benefits

• international environment
• motivating salary
• other employee benefits

Information about the selection process

If interested in this position, we expect you to apply by August 10th 2020 through: https://www.nordangliaeducation.jobs/vacancies.aspx?lstlocation=2

Requirements for the employee

Candidates with education suit the position

University education (Bachelor's degree)
University education (Master's degree)
Postgraduate (Doctorate)

Language skills

English - Proficiency (C2)

Personality requirements and skills

Qualification
• Teaching Qualification QTS/PGCE
• Experience of A Level or IB, at least 2 years' experience (preferably UK)
• Bachelor's degree in Teaching subject
• Careers related qualification and training
Skills
• Good communication skills
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work both independently & collaboratively in a team
• Ability to plan engaging lessons that challenge all students
• Excellent communication, writing and editing skills
• Genuine passion for and a belief in the potential of every pupil
• Solution focused with a can do attitude and a growth mind-set
Experience/Knowledge
• Dedication and expertise in counselling a range of students in the career planning and university process.
• 3+ years of experience in the university admissions process, either guiding high school students in their application process or serving at university level in admissions or career counselling.
• Experience of running effective administrative systems
• Experience of data entry into databases and other IT systems
• Able to build relationships with a range of stakeholders and anticipate others’ needs
• Able to manage several projects at once, prioritising accordingly to meet all deadlines
• Able to take ownership of tasks and work with minimal supervision
• Able to work individually or as part of a team
• Ability to network

Advertiser

Brief description of the company

Nord Anglia Education is the world’s leading premium school’s organisation. Our family of 81 schools across 32 countries is united by a common philosophy - to be ambitious for our students, people and schools. We believe there is no limit to what our students can achieve and our approach supports every child to succeed academically, socially and personally. At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people are able to thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils and equal opportunities for our staff irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender or culture.

Number of employees

100-149 employees
ID: 3548577  Dátum zverejnenia: 16.7.2020  Základná zložka mzdy (brutto): 1 667 EUR/month