Date: 20 Aug 2025
Location:
Bangkok, TH
Job ID: 6814
School: St Andrews International School Bangkok
Company: Nord Anglia Education
St Andrews International School Bangkok is one of 88 schools in the Nord Anglia Education (NAE) family. We offer a British educational curriculum with an international perspective that begins in Nursery and leads up to IGCSE examinations in Year 11, and culminates with the International Baccalaureate Diploma after completing Year 13. We are an inclusive school that invites children from all backgrounds and abilities to participate in the educational offerings on our diverse campus.
Founded in 1997 on an attractive, conveniently located site, with excellent facilities and access to local transportation. Today we have more than 2,400 students over a Primary School and High School campus, representing some 68 nationalities ranging from Foundation Stage to Year 13. Our state-of-the-art High School campus (next to Ekkamai BTS) opened in August 2017 giving our students the benefit of world-class teaching and facilities.
As part of the NAE family of schools, we are delighted to be able to offer some unique collaborations with world-class establishments, including the Juilliard School of Performing Arts, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and UNICEF.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking an experienced full-time Counselling Assistant who shares our commitment to providing a nurturing, inspiring, and inclusive educational journey for every student. Join us in creating a positive, lasting impact.
What You’ll Do:
- Providing services related to counseling services to high school students
- Supporting administrative tasks for counselling team
- Collaborating with Learning Support and Counseling teams, liaising with school staff on student referrals
- Supporting school counsellors in developing and implementing high school counselling service policies and procedures while maintaining accurate and confidential records.
- Monitor and report on student progress
- Participate in school meetings, professional development, and events as required
Who We’re Looking For:
- Degree in Psychology or related field, open to newly graduates
- Experience working with children, preferably in an international or bilingual school is a plus
- English skills is essential
- Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude toward student development
- Team player with the ability to follow instructions and also take initiative
- Understanding of cultural diversity and inclusive practices
Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students by guiding them through challenges and helping them develop resilience and positive coping strategies. We look forward to welcoming a passionate and dedicated professional to our team.
Counselling Assistant provides counselling services to students, acts as a consultant to parents, teachers, and administrators, and engages the school community in workshops and training to raise awareness of mental well-being. They build relationships with the school community, provide short-term individual and group counselling, communicate with families and outside professionals, assist in social-emotional testing, participate in student support and parent-teacher meetings, support the counselling team’s administrative task.
The role requires strong communication and crisis response skills, with the ability to manage a varied caseload and administrative skills. You will be trustworthy and collaborative, with a positive, solution-focused mindset, and capable of working independently while receiving supervision. You should also have experience liaising with school staff, developing and implementing policies, and maintaining confidential records and administrative systems.
ABOUT OUR SCHOOL
St Andrews International School is a lively, forward-thinking school in the heart of Bangkok, with over 2400 students from Early Years to Year 13 across our dynamic campuses. We embrace diversity and innovation, offering a nurturing community for students, staff, and families where everyone is encouraged to excel.
Our teachers are passionate about creating a curriculum that recognises the uniqueness of every child, aiming for high standards while providing targeted support to ensure each student is inspired to be the best they can be. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and our commitment to supporting students with diverse learning profiles, including those new to English and those with additional educational needs. Recently named a Centre of Excellence by the Inclusion Quality Mark, and awarded International Provision of the Year at the 2024 NASEN Awards, we believe in nurturing happiness, confidence, and ambition within all students. At St Andrews, we value multiple intelligences and embrace a multi-sensory approach, creating an engaging environment where academic, creative, and physical pursuits are equally celebrated.
Our Community
Joining St Andrews means becoming part of a warm and inclusive community, where teachers contribute beyond the classroom. In addition to teaching, you’ll engage in our vibrant pastoral system, residential trips, and offer extracurricular activities that enhance student growth, whether in academics, creative arts, sports, or social initiatives.
Curriculum and Learning Approach
Our curriculum broadly follows the English National Curriculum with an inclusive, international perspective. Senior students take IGCSEs and the IB Diploma, with options for the IB Career-Related Pathway and International BTECs, catering to our diverse community. We embrace technology, adapting to the continuous changes, ensuring staff and students have the tools for digital learning. Every teacher receives a personal device.
Safeguarding at St Andrews:
St Andrews is committed to ensuring the safety of all our students and expects all staff to share the same commitment (see our Child Protection Code of Conduct). No teacher will be appointed without at least two references, including one from the most recent employer, a ten-year criminal record check and an International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) or relevant regional prohibition order checks.
St Andrews is committed to ensuring the safety of all our students and expects all staff to share the same commitment (see our Child Protection Code of Conduct). No teacher will be appointed without at least two references, including one from the most recent employer, a ten-year criminal record check and an International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) or relevant regional prohibition order checks.
St Andrews International School is a lively, forward-thinking school in the heart of Bangkok, with over 2400 students from Early Years to Year 13 across our dynamic campuses. We embrace diversity and innovation, offering a nurturing community for students, staff, and families where everyone is encouraged to excel.
Our teachers are passionate about creating a curriculum that recognises the uniqueness of every child, aiming for high standards while providing targeted support to ensure each student is inspired to be the best they can be. We are proud of our inclusive ethos and our commitment to supporting students with diverse learning profiles, including those new to English and those with additional educational needs. Recently named a Centre of Excellence by the Inclusion Quality Mark, and awarded International Provision of the Year at the 2024 NASEN Awards, we believe in nurturing happiness, confidence, and ambition within all students. At St Andrews, we value multiple intelligences and embrace a multi-sensory approach, creating an engaging environment where academic, creative, and physical pursuits are equally celebrated.
Our Community
Joining St Andrews means becoming part of a warm and inclusive community, where teachers contribute beyond the classroom. In addition to teaching, you’ll engage in our vibrant pastoral system, residential trips, and offer extracurricular activities that enhance student growth, whether in academics, creative arts, sports, or social initiatives.
Curriculum and Learning Approach
Our curriculum broadly follows the English National Curriculum with an inclusive, international perspective. Senior students take IGCSEs and the IB Diploma, with options for the IB Career-Related Pathway and International BTECs, catering to our diverse community. We embrace technology, adapting to the continuous changes, ensuring staff and students have the tools for digital learning. Every teacher receives a personal device.
Safeguarding at St Andrews:
St Andrews is committed to ensuring the safety of all our students and expects all staff to share the same commitment (see our Child Protection Code of Conduct). No teacher will be appointed without at least two references, including one from the most recent employer, a ten-year criminal record check and an International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) or relevant regional prohibition order checks.
St Andrews is committed to ensuring the safety of all our students and expects all staff to share the same commitment (see our Child Protection Code of Conduct). No teacher will be appointed without at least two references, including one from the most recent employer, a ten-year criminal record check and an International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) or relevant regional prohibition order checks.
At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils where we embrace all race, abilities, religions, genders, and cultures.
All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.
We welcome applications from suitable qualified persons from all diverse backgrounds
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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