Student Counsellor - 0.6
Employment
Part time, Fixed term
Subject
Wellbeing
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
8 November 2026
Posted 26 Oct 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
53.7
41.3 teaching · 12.4 non-teaching
Students per teacher
12:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
496
Indigenous students
9%
Language other than English
9%
Girls vs boys
229 girls · 267 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Selection Criteria
SC1 ¿ Qualifications and Professional Knowledge
Relevant tertiary qualifications in counselling, youth work or a related field, with demonstrated knowledge of child development and the social, emotional and mental health needs of primary school-aged children.
SC2 ¿ Collaboration and Professional Relationships
Demonstrated ability to build positive and effective working relationships with students, families, teachers, education support staff and school leaders, and to collaborate with external professionals and community services to support student wellbeing, engagement and inclusion.
SC3 ¿ Counselling, Therapeutic Support and Case Management
Demonstrated experience in providing individual counselling and targeted small-group interventions for primary school-aged children experiencing social, emotional, behavioural or mental health challenges. Proven ability to manage complex student needs, coordinate appropriate supports and referrals, and apply child safety and safeguarding practices.
SC4 ¿ Whole-School Wellbeing and Early Intervention
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary school team to plan, implement and evaluate proactive and targeted wellbeing programs that strengthen students' emotional regulation, resilience, social skills, positive relationships and engagement in school.
SC5 ¿ Communication, Documentation and Professional Practice
Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate sensitively and professionally with children, families and staff. Demonstrated ability to maintain ac…