Counsellor

Timaru Boys' High School; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in New Zealand is seeking a qualified guidance counsellor to enhance its pastoral care team. The role focuses on building relationships with students and their families, while collaborating with external agencies. The school offers a vibrant environment for professional development and values-based education. Enjoy a balanced lifestyle in Timaru with access to recreational activities and beautiful landscapes.

Qualifications

• Qualified guidance counsellor with experience in pastoral care.
• Skilled in building and maintaining relationships with students and families.
• Ability to create effective networks within the school and community.

Responsibilities

• Join and contribute to the pastoral care team.
• Support students in their educational and personal development.
• Collaborate with external agencies for student wellbeing.

Skills

Building relationships

Networking

Counselling skills

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacher

English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

We are seeking a qualified and experienced guidance counsellor to join our excellent pastoral care team. The successful candidate will be skilled in building and maintaining relationships with young men and their whānau. A key element of the job will be creating effective networks within school and with external agencies.

Teachers are involved in our extensive co-curricular programme and foster the strong values-based education for boys we embrace.

Timaru offers an affordable lifestyle and excellent recreational facilities, with easy access to mountains, lakes, the Mackenzie district, Christchurch and Dunedin.

How to apply

Please send a CV, containing 3 referees (with mobile numbers), and a letter of application to:

Physical address: 211 North Street, West End, Timaru