Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 126 premium private schools in 28 countries spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.
Founded in 2013 by Nadim M. Nsouli, Inspired is backed by investors such as Stonepeak, GIC, TA Associates, and the Oppenheimer and Mansour family offices. The Group is experiencing 20% per annum growth through acquisition, greenfield site expansion, and the development of existing schools within its portfolio. In 2023, Inspired was recognised by Beauhurst as one of the UK's top 10 highest-value private companies.
The iPAL Counselor plays a key role in supporting students’ social, emotional, and behavioral development, especially for those within the iPAL Academy. They work with students ensuring that each child’s social-emotional well-being is supported alongside academic growth. The iPAL Counselor implements Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Annual Support Plans with a focus on social and emotional goals, collaborates with parents and teachers, and contributes to creating an inclusive and nurturing learning environment. The iPAL Counselor may also serve as an iPAL Mentor, acting as the primary point of contact for families.
● Provide one-on-one and small group counseling to support students’ social and emotional well-being.
● Facilitate mediation and conflict resolution session.
● Implement strategies outlined in the social-emotional elements of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
● Support students with self-regulation, coping skills, and confidence building.
● Conduct observations of students to assess social-emotional progress and needs
● As iPAL Mentor, provide weekly email updates to parents on student progress.
● Organize and lead monthly IEP review meetings with parents and relevant staff.
Collaboration with Teachers and Staff
● Share social-emotional strategies with teachers to support inclusion and positive classroom
environments.
● Carry out lesson observations to evaluate the impact of strategies and recommend adjustments.
● Collaborate with iPAL Academic Coaches, iPAL Teachers, and iPAL Assistants to provide holistic
support.
● Liaise with external specialists and therapists where needed.● Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and support strategies.
● Provide guidance and training to parents on strategies to support children at home.
● Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records and reports
● Identify and attend online relevant training and professional development sessions to keep expanding
and developing your knowledge.
● Model empathy, integrity, and inclusive practices as an advocate for students.
Operational Duties
● Assist in the organization and scheduling of iPAL Academy activities.
● Ensure timely submission of student evaluations, reports, and required documentation.
● Support the iPAL Supervisor in implementing best practices across the Academy.
● Strong knowledge of child development, counseling, and inclusive education.
● Ability to support students with diverse needs, including SEN and gifted learners.
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with students, parents, and colleagues.
● High levels of empathy, patience, and a student-centered approach.
● Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
● Ability to collaborate effectively with teachers, parents, and external specialists.
EXPECTATIONS
● Uphold the school’s mission, values, and safeguarding standards.
● Act as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and inclusive practice.
● Maintain confidentiality and respect for all students and families.
● Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in supporting a range of student needs.
Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.
Please download and complete our Inspired Application Form and submit alongside your CV.
Inspired Academic Teaching Application Form
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A definitive statement of excellence in private education, Inspired is a co-educational, non-denominational, independent school group designed to inspire students from ages 1 to 18 to achieve their maximum potential in a nurturing, progressive academic environment. Inspired offers a fresh and contemporary approach to education by re-evaluating traditional teaching methods and curricula, and creating a more dynamic, relevant and powerful model reflecting current attitudes. We nurture the unique individuality, talent and self-assurance of each student, equipping them to take on the world with the skills and confidence to ensure success.
Inspired is a leading global premium schools group educating over 95,000 students across 125 schools in 30 countries.
At Inspired, we believe that the overall educational experience instils the knowledge, attitudes, beliefs and values that students will carry with them for life. Inspired sets a new standard in premium private education with hand-picked teachers from around the world. Integrating innovative, challenging and enriching academic, performing arts and sports programmes, Inspired’s students leave with outstanding results, a love of learning, confidence and a firm value system that prepares them to embrace the challenges life throws at them in their future endeavours.
The Inspired Approach to Education
Lateral thinking, comprehension and innovative application of skills and concepts form the three pillars (academic, performing arts and sports) of the Inspired approach to education.
