School Counsellor

St John Paul College · Coffs Harbour, NSW

Employment

Part time, Temporary

Subject

Wellbeing

Sector

Catholic

Teaching level

Secondary

Salary range

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Posted 8 Sep 2026

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About St John Paul College

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

52%
48%

Socio-educational background

Around the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

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…

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