School Counsellor - August 2026 (Female Only)

Downe House Riyadh is seeking a dedicated and exceptional School Counsellor to join our growing team, beginning in August 2026.

As a School Counsellor, you will play a crucial role in promoting the well-being of our school community, while also addressing matters related to student behavior, academic achievement, and social-emotional development.

About Cognita:

Cognita is a leading name in global independent education. Founded in 2004, we proudly operate a flourishing network of over 100 schools across 16 countries, including regions in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East, serving more than 85,000 students. Each school has its unique identity, yet we share a unified mission to foster an environment where every individual can "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world."

At Cognita, we celebrate the unique qualities of each student, honing their individual strengths and personalities. We offer support academically, socially, and emotionally, regardless of their starting point or location. We protect their individuality while providing access to rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices, ensuring they receive a truly world-class education.

About Downe House Riyadh:

Since opening its doors in September 2022, Downe House Riyadh has been delivering an outstanding British curriculum in collaboration with one of the UK’s most prestigious girls-only private schools. With over a century of excellence, Downe House UK consistently ranks among the top five all-girls’ schools in the country.

Located in the esteemed Aqeeq neighborhood in northern Riyadh, the school provides a British curriculum enriched by the traditions and expertise of Downe House UK. The program is carefully tailored for the Saudi Arabian context, ensuring that girls thrive in both Arabic and Islamic Studies alongside core subjects.

The strong partnership between the Riyadh and UK schools is evident in both philosophy and practices. Central to the Downe House ethos is a focus on the individual: each girl's strengths, challenges, and interests are recognized, with customized pathways designed to foster confidence and success.

Downe House Riyadh offers:

• A top-tier British education leading to IGCSEs and A Levels
• Excellence in girls’ education
• Exceptional pastoral care and opportunities for personal growth
• A wide range of co-curricular activities

The school nurtures intellectual curiosity, creativity, and respect for others through robust pastoral systems, personalized tutoring, and a commitment to every student’s development.

School Structure:

• Pre-Prep: Nursery to Year 2 (ages 2–7)
• Prep: Year 3 to Year 8 (ages 7–13)
• Senior: Year 9 to Year 13 (ages 13–18)

Boys and girls are welcomed from Pre-School to Year 4.

Our modern campus features dedicated libraries, central atriums, science and design laboratories, art studios, a 450-seat theatre, facilities for music, dance, and drama, IT labs, and both senior and learner swimming pools.

Key Responsibilities

School Values and Ethos

• Actively promote our distinctive vision and the Downe House Potential through enthusiastic participation in all facets of school life.
• Comply with the rules, policies, and procedures established by the school and the ministry of education.
• Set consistently high expectations that inspire, motivate, and challenge students.
• Always model English communication in the presence of students and in public areas of the school.
• Respect and support Saudi culture.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

• Follow all safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring any concerns are reported in accordance with policy.
• Show personal commitment to safeguarding and well-being.
• Engage fully in mandatory safeguarding training.

Management

• Effectively implement school policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe, purposeful, and well-organized learning environment.
• Utilize teaching assistants effectively to enhance learning where appropriate.

Apply via the WhatSchool platform.