School Counsellor

Granada School

County: Kilifi
Sub-county: Vipingo
Role: Counsellor
Category: Support Staff
Employment: Full Time
Level: Secondary
Deadline: 20 Nov 2026

About the job

Granada School is a new girls' boarding and day school opening in January 2027 on a purpose-built campus in Vipingo, offering the Competency-Based Curriculum from Grade 7 to Grade 12 (Junior and Senior School). The school needs an experienced counsellor to look after learners' wellbeing and guide them through CBE career pathway choices. As a founding member of staff you will help shape the school's teaching, routines and culture from its first term. Applications close on 20 November 2026.

Key responsibilities

Provide individual and group counselling for learners
Guide learners and parents on Senior School pathways and careers
Lead safeguarding and wellbeing programmes with teachers and boarding staff
Keep confidential records and refer learners for specialist support where needed

Qualifications

Degree in Counselling Psychology or Guidance and Counselling, or a B.Ed specialising in counselling
At least 6 years of counselling experience in a secondary / senior school
Knowledge of adolescent development, CBE pathways and safeguarding
Registration with a recognised counselling professional body
Valid Certificate of Good Conduct

How to apply

Apply on the employer's site with a cover letter, CV, copies of academic and professional certificates, your TSC registration certificate, a Certificate of Good Conduct and three referees. State the post and your subject combination.

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