School Counsellor
Employment
Part time, Temporary
Subject
Wellbeing
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Posted 8 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
124
86.4 teaching · 37.6 non-teaching
Students per teacher
12.3:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,062
Indigenous students
6%
Language other than English
13%
Girls vs boys
552 girls · 510 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
St John Paul College, Coffs Harbour
St John Paul College is a school that strives to be truly Catholic in our identity and life; a centre of the new evangelisation and a place where the dignity and potential of every student is recognized and developed. St John Paul College is a place where students are formed in the faith and can achieve high levels of ‘Catholic religious literacy’ and practice, and where the learning outcomes of every student are improved.
We are seeking an innovative Teacher Librarian to lead our contemporary Learning Centre. In this role, you will shape dynamic learning spaces, champion student extension, integrate emerging technologies (including AI), and partner with staff to drive inquiry-based learning across Stages 4–6.
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SCHOOL COUNSELLOR
Position Type: Part time temporary
Hours / FTE: 2 days (15.2 hours) per week
Commencement date: 28 January 2027
Term of Appointment: 1 year
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Applicants must:
- have a current NSW Working with Children Check.
- current registration with the Psychology Board of Australia; or membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers or membership of PACFA (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia)/ ACA (Australian Counselling Association) with a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Counselling
- have the willingness to take an active part in the full life of the school and to support and uphold the mission and ethos of the Catholic Church's work in schools.
- compliance with the Accreditation to W…