University Counsellor

**Salary**:
Package including Salary, Flights, Medical, Housing and Education for staff children.

**Job type**:
Full Time, Fixed Term

**Start date**:
5/8/2025

29 November 2024

**Job overview**:
**University Counsellor**

**Vacancy from August 2025**

The British International School, Phuket is a leading international day and boarding school (2 - 18 years) offering a quality education to the international community of the Asia/Pacific region.

**BISP is seeking an experienced and passionate University Counsellor to join our team. With a growing Senior School of approximately 180 students (ages 16-18), we are dedicated to guiding our students toward achieving their aspirations at top universities worldwide.**

Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills to foster connections with students, parents, and university representatives.

Collaboration and Communication: The ability to work effectively as part of a team, alongside excellent written and verbal communication skills.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in supporting students on their journey to higher education. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for helping students reach their potential, we would love to hear from you

The following attributes are also essential:
Genuine enthusiasm and dedication to fostering the holistic development of each student.

Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.

Outstanding interpersonal, organisational and presentation skills.

A firm commitment to continuous professional growth and learning.

A willingness to go above and beyond the duties outlined in this job description to add energy and inspiration to our school community.

In line with the school's mission, values and vision, the counsellor will:
+ Deliver high quality university counselling and guidance

+ Collaborate with teachers

+ Monitor and evaluate student data

+ Provide regular feedback to students and parents

+ Create a safe, respectful and positive environment for all students

+ Actively contribute to the school's vibrant learning community and stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in international education.

**About **British International School - Phuket**:
**British International School - Phuket**
- 59 Moo 2, Thepkasattri Road, Tambon Koh Kaew, Amphur Muang- Phuket- 83000- Thailand+66 6 335 555

**Education in Paradise**

At the British International School, Phuket, we are dedicated to providing the highest standards of teaching and learning to a vibrant international community, with a focus on wellbeing and passion. Our lush, well-equipped campus offers a peaceful environment that supports both personal and academic growth.

Our staff retention is excellent, with an annual turnover of around 10%, with many teachers choosing to stay with us for over seven years. While our tropical location may be the ideal lifestyle, it is our supportive and professional community that encourages staff to remain long-term. Many of our teachers also have children enrolled in the school, and we take pride in the balanced and diverse makeup of our team—both in terms of gender and experience. Our teachers, whether just starting their careers or highly experienced, contribute to the vibrant educational environment we foster.

With extensive facilities and a strong emphasis on healthy living and caring for one another, we offer a unique opportunity to work in an inspiring setting. We are looking for teachers who will not only contribute positively to our community but also embrace our ethos of learning, wellbeing, and passion.
- Inspire Learning; Nurture Wellbeing; Ignite Passion_

Simon Meredith

Head of School

**MISSION**

Inspire learning; nurture wellbeing; ignite passion.

**VISION**

Maximise student potential by delivering the highest standards of teaching and learning to an international community emphasising wellbeing and passion, on a green, well equipped campus.

**PHILOSOPHY**

Our educational philosophy is founded on the Triple Helix model, where learning, wellbeing, and passion are interdependent and essential for a balanced and fulfilling life.

Wellbeing is central to our community, helping students find meaning, identity, and purpose, leading to personal growth and fulfillment. Passion is what drives and motivates individuals. At BISP, we encourage students to pursue their passions with enthusiasm and to appreciate the journey as much as the achievement.

Join us in creating an educational experience that inspires, nurtures, and ignites the passions of our students and staff alike.

**VALUES**

**Respect**
- Be mindful, considerate and inclusive_

**Compassion**
- Be caring, empathetic and reflective_

**Integrity**
- Be honest, principled and accountable_
- At BISP, we offer a curriculum of opportunity where examination success is a consequence of a good education, not its purpose; this is achieved by inspiring students through authentic learning experie