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We are now looking for a Study and Career Counselor at 20% for the upcoming school year. Do you want to work in an international environment with a clear pedagogical vision? International English School has made a significant difference for our students for 30 years. We are convinced that it is thanks to our clear ethos with dedicated staff that our schools have an environment where everyone works towards common goals. We have a strong culture built on proven routines. At our schools, teachers can focus on teaching and learning. The students are at the center of everything we do; all students are your students. At International English School in Umeå, we are a team pulling in the same direction.

To enjoy working with us, you should share our belief in the importance of clear values, collegial learning, and common routines and approaches. IES is proud of its employees and has developed a method to create a calm and secure school environment. This allows our staff more time to share their knowledge, both with students and colleagues.

We are looking for you who have a positive and professional attitude, are flexible, and show great commitment to your work for the benefit of our students. In the role of Study and Career Counselor in primary school, you will be part of the school's student health team. You will work with both individual guidance and in classes. You will also collaborate with the work teams, where you inform and guide regarding upper secondary education, the future job market, and stimulate the student's interest and curiosity for upcoming choices and directions at the school.

You will provide information to students and guardians about various choices within primary school that form the basis for future study and career choices. You conduct guidance conversations prior to upper secondary school selection and coordinate work experience placements (PRAO) for grades 8 and 9. Very good Swedish and English skills are required for the position. To succeed in the role, you need to be a trustworthy person who easily builds relationships and communicates effectively.

The position is an exciting opportunity to work in an stimulating and international environment.

Employment: The position is a permanent part-time employment at 20% starting Autumn Term 2026.

International English School (IES) is a leading independent school group with academic results far above average and a diverse and energetic staff. Teaching is in both Swedish and English, and the hallways are bilingual. The language of meetings and communication amongst the staff is English.

IES is one of Sweden's largest school groups at compulsory school level with 48 schools and around 32,000 students across the country. IES has grown steadily and maintained quality since 1993.

N.B. Prior to any offer of employment at IES, a criminal background check is required for all applicants. In Sweden, this is an extract from the criminal record (belastningsregistret) from the Police Authority, and from abroad, this is a record extract from an equivalent police governing body.