Welbeing Counsellor - Secondary

Lutheran Education Australia Ltd; Wodonga; Hybrid; AUD 38,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Victory Lutheran College in Victoria is seeking a Wellbeing Counsellor for its Secondary Wellbeing team, commencing Term 1, 2027. The role is 0.55 FTE (part-time) with Monday start and two negotiable days, providing confidential counselling to students and, where appropriate, staff and families.

Ideal candidates will have relevant counselling qualifications and school experience, hold a Victorian Working with Children Check, and be willing to obtain a National Police Check.

Qualifications

• Must have relevant counselling qualifications and experience.
• Experience in a school environment highly regarded.
• Current Victorian Working with Children Check is required.
• Willing to undertake a National Police Check.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional and confidential counselling to secondary students.
• Support staff and families as appropriate to promote wellbeing.
• Contribute to the development of resilience and emotional health.
• Collaborate with the Wellbeing team to plan and deliver programs.

Skills

Counselling experience

Student wellbeing

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant counselling qualifications

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Part Time (0.55 FTE)

Applications Close: 16 November 2026

Victory is welcoming a caring Wellbeing Counsellor to help guide and support our Secondary students’ wellbeing journey.

• Must be available to work Mondays, with the remaining 2 days negotiable
• Be part of a dedicated and supportive team

Are you a dedicated Counsellor passionate about making a meaningful difference in students’ lives every day?

Victory are seeking a passionate and committed WellbeingCounsellor to join our Secondary Wellbeing team commencing Term 1, 2027.

The Wellbeing Counsellor provides a professional and confidential counselling service to Secondary students and, where appropriate, staff and families, to promote emotional health and wellbeing. The role supports students to develop the resilience and skills to navigate the challenges they face.

As a Wellbeing Counsellor at Victory, you will be a valued part of our College community, supporting students through the challenges they face and empowering them to grow, thrive and reach their potential.

The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and demonstrated experience in a counselling or similar role, with experience in a school environment highly regarded. The successful candidate will also be required to hold a current Victorian Working with Children Check and be willing to undertake a National Criminal Record Check.

Our staff model compassion and respect, guiding students to engage thoughtfully with others and act with integrity and fairness. Our community values inclusion and support, ensuring every learner feels a strong sense of belonging and is empowered to contribute meaningfully to their world.

Relationships are central to our College culture. We build strong connections, helping students understand themselves and their place in the community. By working collaboratively with colleagues and upholding the Christian ethos and mission of the College, staff create an environment where everyone can thrive.

What we offer

At Victory, we invest in our people because we know thriving staff lead to thriving students.

We offer:

• Highly competitive remuneration and conditions.
• A supportive and collaborative culture.
• Extensive wellbeing and professional support.
• Professional learning and development opportunities.
• Structured induction and mentoring.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Fitness Passport access.
• Staff tuition fee discounts.

Child Safety and Requirements

Victory Lutheran College is committed to being a Child Safe organisation. All staff are required to adhere to the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct and policies.

The successful applicant will be required to hold:

• Current Victorian Employee Working with Children Check
• Willing to obtain a National Police Check
• First Aid, CPR and Anaphylaxis qualifications (or a willingness to obtain these)

VICTORY IS A CHILD SAFE COMMUNITY

Statement of Faith

Victory Lutheran College is a Lutheran school and offers a Lutheran education to all, regardless of background. The College recognises that each person is uniquely positioned to be a blessing in the lives of others, and that leaders have particular influence over those that they are entrusted to lead. All Staff are expected to model and promote a life lived in accordance with the College’s Lutheran faith, in word and action.

Affiliation: Lutheran
Teaching Level: Combined
Gender: Coed

957 Students
90 TeachingStaff
67 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

Offers VET

Victory Lutheran College is a growing school of the Lutheran Church of Australia. We are dedicated to inspiring and transforming the lives of our students from Foundation to Year 12, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, values, and confidence to make a positive impact in the world.