Kindergarten & Primary School Counsellor

Position: Kindergarten & Primary School Counsellor

Location: Bangkok, Thailand (Sukhumvit 31)

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Starting Date: 17 August 2026

Job Summary

Anglo Singapore International School is seeking a compassionate, professional, and experienced Kindergarten & Primary School Counsellor to join our international school community in Bangkok. The successful candidate will play a central role in supporting the wellbeing, safeguarding, and pastoral care of students in the Kindergarten and Primary years. This position is well suited to a counsellor who is confident in individual casework, works ethically and collaboratively, and is committed to supporting young children's social-emotional development within a nurturing and academically focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group counselling to support students' social, emotional, and behavioural wellbeing.

• Act as a key point of contact for student wellbeing and pastoral cases, working collaboratively with teachers, school leaders, the Wellbeing and Student Development Department, and parents.

• Support students experiencing anxiety, emotional regulation challenges, friendship difficulties, behavioural concerns, school adjustment issues, or other wellbeing needs appropriate to the Kindergarten and Primary years.

• Work closely with parents, meeting with families to discuss student wellbeing concerns, share professional guidance, and agree on appropriate support strategies.

• Contribute actively to the school's safeguarding and child protection processes, including identifying concerns, maintaining accurate records, and following reporting procedures.

• Collaborate with external professionals, including psychologists, counsellors, therapists, speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and medical practitioners, where appropriate and in consultation with the Principal and parents.

• Coordinate referrals and follow-up support to ensure continuity and effectiveness of student care.

• Provide consultation and practical strategies to teachers and support staff on meeting students' emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs within the classroom.

• Maintain accurate and confidential counselling records in accordance with professional, ethical, and school standards.

• Respond appropriately to student wellbeing concerns or crisis situations, following established school protocols.

• Support the implementation of wellbeing initiatives, social-emotional learning programmes, and preventative education across the Kindergarten and Primary divisions.

• Promote a respectful, safe, inclusive, and nurturing school culture that prioritises student wellbeing.

• Engage in ongoing professional learning, reflective practice, and contribute positively to the wider school community.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Counselling, Psychology, Education, or a related field

• Recognised professional training or certification in counselling or psychology.

• Prior experience working with Kindergarten and/or Primary school-aged students is highly preferred.

• Strong understanding of early childhood and child development, mental health, and student wellbeing.

• Experience in school-based counselling or pastoral care is an advantage.

• Strong proficiency in English for professional communication with students, parents, and colleagues.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse, international school environment.

• A calm, empathetic, and professional approach, demonstrating ethical practice, confidentiality, and a strong commitment to safeguarding children.