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Your new role We are seeking an experienced and compassionate School Counsellor / Psychologist to join our Junior School and Gawura School community. This position is offered as a permanent 0.4 FTE role, with the opportunity for the successful applicant to work 0.6 FTE until the end of 2026, transitioning back to 0.4 FTE thereafter. Start date - 3 August 2026 Working within the School’s Christian context, provide counselling and personal support to our Junior School students. The role supports students, staff and families to promote student wellbeing and positive learning outcomes. You will work collaboratively with teachers, Grade Leaders, the Specialised Learning Department and the broader wellbeing team Key responsibilities - Provide short‑term and ongoing counselling support to Junior School and Gawura School students
- Assess student needs and make referrals to external health professionals where appropriate
- Conduct initial interviews and assessments
- Support students to develop positive coping strategies and life skills
- Liaise with parents, teachers and school leaders in the best interests of the student
- Provide general and crisis pastoral support within the School community
- Undertake psychometric assessments when qualified to do so
- Contribute to relevant task groups and wellbeing initiatives
About You The successful applicant will demonstrate: - Relevant counselling or psychology qualifications and experience
- Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia (or eligibility)
- Strong knowledge of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy
- Experience working with children in a school or comparable setting
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- High levels of organisation, initiative and the ability to work independently
- A commitment to supporting the School’s Vision, Mission and Christian ethos
Experience with psychometric tools and the identification or diagnosis of disorders is desirable What We Offer - A supportive and collegial school environment
- A flexible part‑time structure with an increased workload option until the end of 2026
- Professional collaboration with a multidisciplinary wellbeing team
A detailed position description to download is attached. Applications close: Monday 8 June 2026 Interviews will commence as applications are received. Please include cover letter, CV and any academic credentials as one file to upload Why St Andrew's Cathedral School? St Andrew’s Cathedral School was recently awarded the 5 Star Employer of Choice 2025 by The Educator for positive employee experience and a deeply supportive, collegiate culture. Every team member is known, valued and equipped to excel in their role. Who are we? As an authentically Christian school in the Anglican tradition, Christian values underpin all areas of school life. Honesty, integrity, humility, respect, and service are foundational to our strong and hopeful learning community. Reflecting our Christian foundations, we are committed to nurturing the intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing of every student. Our goal is to develop students who think critically and creatively - hearts that love, minds that grow, and lives that give. Child Safety Commitment
We are committed to providing a child-safe environment through clear policies, procedures, and training. It is a condition of employment that all new staff must acknowledge understanding of the Child Safe Policy and the Child Safe Codes of Conduct prior to commencing.
All roles require a valid Working with Children Check in accordance with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012 prior to commencement.
For more information on Working with Children Checks, please visit the NSW Office of the Children's Guardian website |
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