College Counsellor

St Spyridon College; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

St Spyridon College in Sydney is seeking a qualified College Counsellor for a permanent part-time role (0.80 FTE), commencing Term 1, 2027. You will provide confidential counselling to students from KM1 to Year 12 and support wellbeing within school terms.

You will work with College Leadership, teachers and families to identify wellbeing needs, conduct assessments, and deliver targeted interventions, including crisis support, while maintaining records and contributing to a safe, inclusive school

Qualifications

• Current registration or membership with a recognised professional association, where applicable.
• Demonstrated experience providing counselling and wellbeing support within a school/educational setting.
• Ability to provide crisis intervention and understand mandatory reporting obligations.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional, confidential counselling to students across KM1–Year 12.
• Conduct wellbeing and risk assessments and develop student support plans.
• Deliver short-term interventions and small group wellbeing sessions.
• Collaborate with College Leadership, staff and families to identify at-risk students.
• Maintain accurate, secure counselling records and contribute to wellbeing programs.

Skills

Counselling & wellbeing support

Crisis intervention

Child development knowledge

Collaboration with families and staff

Confidentiality & boundaries

Independence & initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Counselling or Psychology

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.80 FTE)

Applications Close: 27 November 2026

St Spyridon College seeks a qualified and compassionate College Counsellor for a permanent part-time role (school terms only) commencing Term 1, 2027. Supporting students from KM1 to Year 12.

College Counsellor

Commencing Term 1, 2027 | School Terms Only

St Spyridon College is a dynamic, independent co-educational school committed to academic excellence and personalised learning. We empower students to discover their passions and reach their full potential through a diverse curriculum, opportunities for leadership and service, and a strong commitment to providing a child-safe environment.

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate, experienced and qualified College Counsellor to join our team on a permanent part-time basis, working during school terms only, commencing Term 1, 2027.

The College Counsellor plays an important role in supporting the social, emotional and mental health wellbeing of students from Pre-Kindergarten (KM1) to Year 12.

Working within the College's framework, you will provide professional, confidential and evidence-informed counselling, early intervention and wellbeing support to students experiencing personal, social, emotional, behavioural, family or school-related challenges.

Working with a high degree of professional autonomy, you will apply your specialist knowledge and expertise to provide individual counselling, short-term strengths-based interventions and small group support, helping students build resilience, develop emotional regulation skills, establish positive relationships and overcome challenges that may impact their learning and wellbeing.

You will work collaboratively with College Leadership, teaching staff, families and external professionals to identify emerging wellbeing concerns, coordinate appropriate support and contribute to proactive wellbeing programs and initiatives that promote a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

As the College Counsellor, you will work closely with College Leadership and staff to:

• Provide professional and confidential counselling services to students experiencing social, emotional, behavioural, family, academic or mental health concerns.
• Conduct student wellbeing and risk assessments to identify students requiring additional support, early intervention or specialist services.
• Develop and implement individual student support plans and appropriate wellbeing strategies.
• Provide crisis intervention and support in response to student welfare and safeguarding concerns.
• Support students experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, loss, trauma, family separation, low self-esteem and other personal or emotional challenges.
• Develop, implement and evaluate proactive wellbeing programs and initiatives across Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12.
• Collaborate with Head of College, College Leadership, and teachers to identify and support students at risk.
• Work collaboratively with parents and caregivers, where appropriate, to develop strategies that support positive student wellbeing outcomes.
• Liaise with psychologists, healthcare providers, community organisations and external specialists to facilitate referrals and coordinate appropriate student support.
• Maintain accurate, secure and confidential counselling records in accordance with professional standards, privacy requirements and College policies.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the College's Pastoral Care and Wellbeing framework, promoting a positive, inclusive and child-safe school culture.

About You

We are looking for a dedicated and approachable professional who is passionate about supporting the wellbeing and development of young people.

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Provide professional, confidential, short-term, school-based counselling and wellbeing support to students experiencing social, emotional, behavioural, family, academic or mental health concerns, within the scope of the College's counselling model..
• Current registration or membership with a recognised professional association or relevant regulatory body, where applicable.
• Demonstrated experience providing counselling or wellbeing support to children and adolescents, preferably within a school or educational environment.
• Provide crisis intervention and support in response to student welfare and safeguarding concerns, demonstrating an understanding of mandatory reporting obligations in accordance with NSW legislation and College policies.
• Strong understanding of child and adolescent development, mental health, trauma-informed practices and contemporary student wellbeing approaches.
• Sound knowledge of child protection, safeguarding obligations, confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with families, educators, College Leadership and external support agencies.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organisational and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong professional judgement, discretion and the ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative and supportive school environment.
• A current Working with Children Check, willing to undergo a National Criminal History Check and evidence of the right to work in Australia.

Affiliation: Greek Orthodox
Teaching Level: Combined
Gender: Coed

784 Students
74 TeachingStaff
19 Non-Teaching Staff