School Counsellor

Campion School

Greece

Salary:

Campion pay scale

Job type:

Full Time, Fixed Term

Start date:

03 November 2025

Apply by:

22 September 2025

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Position: School Counsellor

Contract: Initial 1-year contract full-time, immediate start

Pay Scale: Campion School Pay Scale

Reports to: Headteacher

Founded in 1970, Campion's purpose is to provide a first-class education for boys and girls aged between three and eighteen, fostering abilities both in the field of academic and general education, and in sporting activities and the performing arts. Our IB results are consistently 5 points above world average with nearly all our pupils progressing to higher education. We teach a wide range of curricula: IB Diploma, Cambridge IGCSEs, the English and Welsh National Curriculum, the International Primary Curriculum, and the Early Years Foundation Stage. Our most recent ISI inspection judged Campion to be excellent in every category.

Due to restructuring and with a renewed focus on prioritising pupil mental health and well-being, we are seeking to appoint a School Counsellor to work across the whole school (ages The successful candidate will work closely with the Junior and Senior School pastoral teams, as well as the whole-school leadership team, to develop a comprehensive strategy that supports our pupils' well-being both in and beyond the classroom.

Campion School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo pre-employment checks child protection screening appropriate to the post, including, verifying identity, online screening, and checks with past employers, the Disclosure and Barring Service (UK) and/or the International Child Protection Certificate (and country equivalents). Any gaps in employment should be fully explained.

The role requires a highly proactive individual with creativity and flexibility, who is able to deliver exceptional support to the school community. This role will involve supporting pupils, staff and parents.

What we are looking for:

Role Overview:

Work closely with Junior and Senior School pastoral teams and the whole-school leadership team.

Develop and deliver a comprehensive well-being strategy.

Provide confidential, individual, and group counselling sessions for pupils.

Supporting students' academic, emotional, and social development.

Offer guidance to staff and parents on pupil well-being issues.

Promote mental health awareness across the school community.

Liaise with external specialists when necessary

Skills and Qualifications:

Qualified Counsellor or Psychologist

Professional certification (licensed) from an appropriate professional body

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with students, parents, and staff

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitivity

Familiarity and excellent understanding of safeguarding policies and practices, with up-to-date training

Experience of working in a school setting with knowledge/understanding of international/British School environments

Experience designing and implementing well-being programs is an advantage.

Values and Attitudes:

Commitment to promoting mental health awareness within the school community

Collaborative approach to working with teachers, administrators, and external agencies

Compassionate and empathetic towards students' needs

Respect for diversity among students from various cultural backgrounds

Cultural awareness and the ability to support students from diverse backgrounds

A proactive, solution-focused approach to challenges

Passion for inclusion, equality, and child-centred education.

Please apply by completion of the attached application form including a current CV, contact details of two professional referees and a letter of application in the supporting statement section. Correspondence should be sent to the Headteacher Applications should be submitted no later than Monday, 22nd September 2025, 10:00 am (Greek time). Interviews will take place shortly afterwards. However, we reserve the right to invite candidates for interview prior to the closing date and to close vacancies early if we have sufficient suitable candidates. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit an application as soon as possible.

Further information regarding the school can be obtained from the school's website,

Campion School

Aghias Ioulianis, PO Box 67484, Pallini

Athens

15351

Greece

Campion School is a mixed, non-selective, non-denominational, international independent all-through school in Greece, serving students from the age of 3-18. The all-through school is situated in the northeastern suburb of

Pallini

, 18 km from the Athens international airport, on its own purpose-built premises. It is a member of the Council of British International Schools (COBIS) and the headmaster is a member of the Heads' Conference (HMC).

Campion School was founded in 1970, representing students from over 50 nationalities. The school moved to a state-of-the-art building in 2000, with separate primary and secondary schools managed independently on the same site. The school has a wide range of sports facilities, including a football pitch, covered sports area, running track and long jump area. Lessons are taught in English, with the opportunity of learning Greek, French, Spanish, German and Arabic. Teachers follow the British curriculum, with students sitting IGCSE exams followed by the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme. You may read more about our exam results and university placement for 2023

here

.

Headteacher

Judi Korakaki

Values and vision

Campion School aims to provide all students with an excellent education where they can develop as individuals and feel inspired to learn. The all-through school works to ensure that all students feel cared for and valued in a supportive learning environment, with dedicated teachers helping them to discover and develop their unique skills and talents. Pupils are encouraged to get involved in extra-curricular activities to enhance their opportunities and experiences during their time at school. These include music lessons, drama classes, sports clubs, dance and MUN. Students are taught the importance of becoming active and positive members of society, with service to the community considered an essential part of school life. Parents are encouraged to play an active role in their children's education to ensure that pupils benefit from a strong support system both in class and during their home life.

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