Exciting Career Opportunity: Guidance and Counselor at Halifield Schools

Are you a compassionate, dedicated, and proactive professional looking to make a lasting impact on the lives of young learners? Halifield Schools, a premier educational institution known for breaking traditional barriers in Nigerian education, is seeking a qualified Guidance and Counselor to join their dynamic team.

At Halifield Schools, education goes beyond the classroom. By leveraging technology, virtual learning environments, a diversified curriculum, and a thriving skills acquisition program, the school consistently fulfills its mission to nurture global-minded, well-rounded individuals. Halifield is a place where excellence is a habit and staff are continuously empowered through local and international training opportunities. If you want to grow your capacity to thrive, shine, and be celebrated, this is the place for you.

About the Role

As a College Guidance Counselor, you will support the academic, emotional, social, and behavioral development of students in the College Section. This role is ideal for an empathetic professional passionate about student welfare and dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide individual and group counseling sessions to help students navigate personal and academic challenges.
Support students facing academic, emotional, social, and behavioral difficulties.
Develop and implement comprehensive guidance and counseling programs that promote overall student well-being.
Identify students requiring specialized support and coordinate appropriate external referrals when necessary.
Collaborate closely with teachers, parents, and school leadership to foster holistic student development.
Maintain strict confidentiality of student records and prepare detailed progress reports as required.
Provide academic and career guidance to assist students with future educational planning.
Organize engaging workshops and awareness programs on mental health, study skills, personal development, and responsible decision-making.
Ensure strict compliance with the school's safeguarding and child protection policies.
Respond swiftly and appropriately to student welfare concerns and crisis situations.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Guidance & Counselling, Psychology, Educational Psychology, or a related field (a Master’s degree is an added advantage).
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar counseling role, preferably within a secondary school or college environment.
Knowledge: Strong understanding of child and adolescent developmental psychology.
Skills: Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
Values: High level of professionalism, deep empathy, and absolute confidentiality.
Safeguarding: Sound knowledge of modern safeguarding and child protection practices.
Tech Savviness: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Why Work at Halifield Schools?

Halifield Schools is committed to finding "diamonds in the mud" and polishing them to shine. By joining the Halifield family, you will be part of an environment that actively invests in your personal and professional growth. Staff are regularly updated, upgraded, and trained to meet global standards, ensuring that your career trajectory remains upward and fulfilling.