School Counsellor
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
Wellbeing
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
16 August 2026
Posted 4 Aug 2026
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2,088
Total students
47%
Boys
53%
Girls
150.9
Teaching FTE
61.0
Non-teaching FTE
1,068
ICSEA value
75th percentile · Higher SES
8%
EAL/D Background
4%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Salary: $125,645 plus superannuation
Employment Status: Full-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
Application Closing Date: 16th of August, 2026
Job Number: 507117
About Us
Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) operates in the ACT and NSW, supporting 56 Schools and nine Early Learning Centres (ELCs).
The Archdiocesan Schools Office provides a range of services to the system through four directorates including Faith in Learning, School Operations, Corporate Services and Governance and Strategy.
About the Role
The School Counsellor provides expert support to promote mental health, student wellbeing, and positive engagement with school life. Through professional counselling services and targeted interventions, the role empowers students to navigate challenges, build resilience, and thrive both personally and academically. The School Counsellor contributes to a collaborative and student-centred culture, offering guidance and expertise that strengthens the school’s approach to wellbeing and supports a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.
About the School
St Mary MacKillop College is CACGEL's largest secondary school, operating across two campuses, Years 7 to 9 at the Padua Campus in Wanniassa, and Years 10 to 12 at the St Peter’s Campus in Isabella Plains. The diverse and talented teaching staff brings a wealth of experience and expertise from various backgrounds, creating a friendly and supportive environment that enriches the learning experience. MacKillop offers a…