“Lead wellbeing and behaviour systems, champion B-JEDI and empower every learner”
About Dwight School Seoul
Dwight School Seoul is an IB World Continuum School and one of the region’s leading educational institutions. We are student-centred, forward-thinking, and deeply committed to wellbeing, safeguarding, and our B-JEDI (Belonging, Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion) philosophy.
The Role
The Whole School Pastoral Counsellor is central to student support and success across PYP, MYP, and DP. Working closely with teachers and principals, you will refine and deliver a highly effective counselling and pastoral programme that advances our strategic goals, strengthens culture and belonging, and supports every student’s academic, social, and emotional growth.
What you’ll do
- Lead behaviour & pastoral systems: Develop, administer, and clearly communicate whole-school behaviour policies and procedures; model restorative, educative approaches that align with B-JEDI and IB values.
- Deliver counselling & casework: Provide short-term, solution-focused social-emotional counselling (individual and small-group); triage, refer, and coordinate support plans with teachers and leaders.
- Safeguarding & child protection: Maintain current expertise; work with the Designated Safeguarding Lead team on protocols, documentation, training, and mandatory reporting.
- Data-informed practice: Track attendance, behaviour, and wellbeing indicators; use data to identify trends, target interventions, and evaluate impact (K–12).
- Crisis response & reintegration: Conduct initial risk assessments, coordinate crisis protocols, and design supportive re-entry plans with students, families, and staff.
- Programme leadership: Co-design SEL/PSHE and advisory learning; embed wellbeing within the curriculum and school life; ensure vertical alignment across divisions.
- Professional learning & community education: Plan and deliver workshops for staff, parents, and students on topics such as digital wellbeing, healthy relationships, stress management, and restorative practices.
- Partnerships: Build and maintain external referral pathways with approved providers; collaborate with Learning Support, EAL, and the Nurse to ensure joined-up support.
- Culture & inclusion: Champion B-JEDI initiatives and student voice; contribute to policies and practices that promote belonging and psychological safety.
What you bring
Required
- Recognised counselling qualification (e.g., Master’s in School Counselling/Counselling Psychology/Clinical Social Work) and/or school counsellor certification/licensure.
- Substantial experience in international schools, ideally IB (PYP/MYP/DP), working across multiple age ranges.
- Demonstrated expertise in behaviour and pastoral care, including restorative approaches and tiered supports.
- Up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding and child protection policy and practice.
- Proven ability to lead policy, communicate clearly with students, staff, and parents, and manage complex, confidential caseloads with cultural sensitivity.
Preferred
- Experience leading whole-school frameworks (restorative practices, PBIS/MTSS, SEL/PSHE).
- Training in trauma-informed practice, suicide/self-harm risk assessment, and crisis management.
- Workshop design and facilitation for parents, staff, and students.
- Data literacy and familiarity with wellbeing analytics or student information systems.
- Additional language skills and experience with B-JEDI/DEIJ initiatives.
Why you’ll love working here
- Professional growth: IB PD, coaching/mentoring, and time for collaboration.
- Supportive community: Collegial teams and a student-first culture.
- Seoul as your campus: A vibrant, global city with rich cultural opportunities.
Competitive package
- Competitive salary
- Housing or allowance
- Annual flights
- Comprehensive international health insurance including medical, vision and dental
- Relocation and visa sponsorship
- Tuition remission for dependents
Safeguarding
Dwight School Seoul is committed to child protection. All appointments are subject to background checks and appropriate references.
Dwight School Seoul follows safe recruitment practices which are aligned to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. Dwight School Seoul holds ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.
How to apply
Please submit your up-to-date resume and cover letter to our HR team at recruit@dwight.or.kr, or alternatively, complete the application form through our website. Candidates who best meet the qualifications will be invited for an interview