Social Emotional Counsellor (Shanghai, China)

Location Shanghai
Discipline: Overseas Teaching
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £3.4k - 3.9k per month + Annual return flights and medical cover (salary includes housing allowance)
Contact name: Heather Thompson

Contact email: heather@worldwide-teaching.com
Job ref: SECSC
Published: about 8 hours ago

Job Title: Social Emotional Counsellor
Location: Shanghai, China
Start Date: August 2026

School Description:
An established International School in Shanghai is seeking a qualified Social Emotional Counsellor to join the team from August 2026. The school delivers a rigorous academic programme through the AP and A Level curriculum, providing students with a high-quality international education in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide social and emotional support to students across relevant grade levels
  • Develop and implement student wellbeing programmes
  • Work closely with staff, parents, and leadership to support student development
  • Monitor student wellbeing and provide appropriate interventions
  • Contribute to whole-school wellbeing initiatives

Requirements:

  • A relevant degree in Counselling, Psychology, or a related field
  • Previous counselling experience in an educational setting
  • Fluency in Chinese is a mandatory requirement

Salary & Benefits:
Salary: 30,000 – 35,000 RMB per month (including housing allowance)
Benefits: Annual return flights and medical cover
Curriculum: AP and/or A Level

To Apply:
Please contact Heather at
Heather@worldwide-teaching.com

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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