About The Role
Careers and Higher Education Counsellor
The main role in school is to provide Careers and Higher Education guidance to enable students to make career-related decisions and to help them acquire the necessary skills to manage both their career goals and university or college applications. The role also involves working with teachers and other key staff to improve the delivery of careers education, information and guidance throughout the school.
Working within the Careers and Higher Education team, the successful applicant will:
- Be responsible for the university applications process including assuring the quality of all applications
- Plan and deliver a progressive programme of careers education and individual guidance for all students in Years 7-13, through the Wellbeing and Academic Development programmes, and a planned programme of careers and university guidance activities including assemblies and one off events
- Work closely with Heads of Year and Tutors to ensure that all students have a progressive programme of careers and higher education guidance
- Plan a strategy for information on higher education guidance with good information and communication strategies of advice to teachers, students and parents
- Maintain and develop expertise through professional development, communication with colleges, universities and employers to enhance the service in school
- Facilitate and lead group sessions, workshops and presentations to parents and key staff
- Plan and deliver careers and higher education evenings, parents evenings and other meetings
- Maintain consistent communication and e-mail correspondence with representatives of colleges and universities worldwide
- Oversee maintenance and development of appropriate resources for students, including publications, the school's website and appropriate guidance materials
- Provide accurate data collection on higher education applications and final destinations of all school leavers
- Provide specialist counselling support for Oxbridge, Medicine and Ivy League applicants
- Provide inclusive counselling support for all students on a graduation pathway
About Our School
St Andrews International School is a lively, forward-thinking school in the heart of Bangkok, with over 2000 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 ensuring staff and students have the tools for digital learning. Our facilities include interactive screens in all classrooms, and 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.
Candidates should demonstrate that they have experience of working in international schools advising students on higher education choices as a careers adviser or college counsellor.
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 relevant regional Prohibition Order/DBS checks.
If you would like to apply for a position at our school, please complete the application process through the Nord Anglia Education website.
The closing date for applications is
9th February 2026, with applications being reviewed as they are received. Please email [Confidential Information] if you require any further information.
