JOB DESCRIPTION University Guidance & Career Counsellor – IBDP & Cambridge A Level Designation: University Guidance & Career Counsellor Reporting To: Head of School / Director Location: Chennai About the Role We are seeking an experienced University Guidance & Career Counsellor to lead undergraduate university counselling for students pursuing IBDP and Cambridge A Level . The role will manage the complete student journey from career exploration and profile building to university selection, application, admission and enrolment , across India and international destinations. Key Responsibilities Provide individualised university and career counselling from Grade 6 onwards. Develop student profiles, career pathways and strategic university application plans. Guide students on university selection, including reach, match and safety choices. Manage end-to-end applications through UCAS, Common App, BridgeU and other international/Indian portals. Review and guide students on personal statements, essays, resumes, portfolios, interviews and entrance assessments . Advise on SAT, ACT, IELTS,



TOEFL , scholarships, financial aid and university-specific requirements. Maintain application timelines, documentation, predicted grades and recommendation requirements. Conduct student/parent counselling sessions, university admission workshops and career guidance programmes. Build relationships with universities and coordinate university visits, fairs and admission interactions . Maintain accurate application records and report on offers, admissions, scholarships and placement outcomes . Education & Experience Master's degree in Education, Counselling, Psychology, Career Guidance or a related field. 5–6 years of experience in university counselling, college admissions or student placement. Mandatory experience with IBDP and/or Cambridge A Level , preferably in an international school. Proven success in undergraduate placements to top global universities , including Ivy League, Oxbridge,

📌 University Guidance (Tamil Nadu)
🏢 The NEST School Chennai
📍 Tamil Nadu