About this role
Guidance Counsellor & Safeguarding Lead
The dream to establish a Senior Secondary School, Olumawu College began to be realised early in 2009, to begin as a Co-Educational Day School on the current site before moving to a new purpose-built site with boarding facilities in the next three years. Olumawu College opened its doors for the first time on September 14th 2009 and welcomed students progres...
Guidance Counsellor & Safeguarding Lead
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience 3 - 5 years
- Location Abuja
- Job Field Education / Teaching / Training
Key Responsibilities
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Provide individual and group counselling services to students.
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Support students with academic, social, emotional, behavioral, and career-related concerns.
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Develop and implement student wellness, mental health, and personal development programs.
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Assist students in making informed educational and career choices.
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Work closely with teachers, parents, and administrators to support student success.
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Maintain confidential student records and counselling documentation.
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Organize workshops and awareness programs on topics such as emotional well-being, resilience, study skills, and responsible decision-making.
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Safeguarding and Child Protection
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Serve as the school’s Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
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Lead the implementation and monitoring of the school’s safeguarding and child protection policies.
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Ensure compliance with safeguarding regulations and best practices.
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Receive, document, and manage safeguarding concerns and referrals appropriately.
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Coordinate investigations and interventions in collaboration with relevant authorities where necessary.
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Deliver safeguarding training and awareness programs for staff, students, and parents.
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Maintain accurate safeguarding records and ensure confidentiality.
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Promote a culture of safety, respect, and student well-being throughout the school community.
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Qualifications and Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Guidance and Counselling, Psychology, Education, Social Work, or a related field.
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Master’s degree in Counselling, Educational Psychology, Child Development, or a related discipline is an advantage.
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Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in counselling, student welfare, safeguarding, or child protection.
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Strong understanding of child development, mental health, and safeguarding practices.
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Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
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Ability to work with students, parents, staff, and external agencies effectively.
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High level of integrity, professionalism, empathy, and confidentiality.
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Certification or training in Child Protection, Safeguarding, Mental Health, or related areas is an added advantage.
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Key Competencies
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Student-centered approach
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Emotional intelligence and empathy
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Crisis intervention and risk assessment
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Leadership and teamwork
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Excellent record-keeping and reporting skills
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Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
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Commitment to child safety and student welfare