College Counsellor
Employment
Part time, Permanent
Subject
Wellbeing
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
4 September 2026
Posted 20 Aug 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-10
School staff (FTE)
79.6
51.5 teaching · 28.1 non-teaching
Students per teacher
11.8:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
606
Indigenous students
4%
Language other than English
7%
Girls vs boys
364 girls · 242 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Position: College Counsellor
Location: Catherine McAuley College, Mackay
Commencement Date: January 2027
Employment Status: Part-time continuing
Hours per week: 19 hpw
Salary: $89,303 - $131,626 (pending experience and qualifications) + 12.75% superannuationpaid on a pro-rata basis for 0.5 FTE.
Applications Close: Friday, 4 September 2026
Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton is a leading educational institution dedicated to providing quality education to students across Central Queensland. With a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential.
Our team of passionate educators and staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional educational programs and support services to our students, ensuring they are well-equipped for success.
About the role
An exciting opportunity currently exists within the Mackay Region. We are seeking a part-time counsellor who will provide counselling services to students at Catherine McAuley College, Mackay. This is a part-time continuing position for 19 hours per week, commencing January 2027.
The College Counsellor has a focus on fostering the development and mental health of all students. This is achieved by applying counselling skills and engaging in individual and group interventions. The College Counsellor is a certified professional who works in partnership with the schools by contributing specialised knowledge and skills in a collaborative manner.
In this role you will be supported by a network of counsellors in the Mackay Region and the Counsell…