School Counsellor (Primary)

Arden Anglican School; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Arden Anglican School is seeking an experienced School Counsellor to support the wellbeing of students in Kindergarten to Year 6 during a 6-month LSL replacement for Terms 1 and 2, 2027, with possible extension. The role focuses on assessing and intervening for social and emotional needs, conducting risk assessments, and supporting neurodiverse students within a collaborative school environment.

The successful applicant will work with a multidisciplinary team to promote student wellbeing and

Qualifications

• Experience assessing and delivering interventions for children with social/emotional needs in a school setting.
• Skills in risk assessment, safety planning, and supporting neurodiverse students.
• Experience working with a multidisciplinary team to support students.
• Ability to remain calm, responsive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess and intervene for students with social and emotional needs.
• Deliver targeted interventions and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with teachers, specialists, and parents as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Respond proactively to student wellbeing concerns and maintain a calm, supportive environment.

Skills

Risk assessment

Safety planning

Neurodiverse support

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Calm under pressure

Job description

Arden Anglican School is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic School Counsellor to support the wellbeing of students in Kindergarten to Year 6 during a 6-month Long Service Leave replacement for Terms 1 and 2, 2027, with the possibility of extension.

Our School Counsellors are passionate and caring professionals who demonstrate a genuine commitment to supporting the wellbeing and development of children and young people.

The successful applicant will:

• demonstrate experience in assessing and delivering interventions for children with social and emotional needs within a school environment, particularly those with cognitive, social, or emotional needs;
• have proven skills in risk assessment, safety planning, and working with neurodiverse students;
• demonstrate experience working within a multidisciplinary team to support students; and
• possess the ability to remain calm, responsive, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.