SCEGGS provides a stimulating teaching environment where staff are valued and have the opportunity to work with motivated students in an innovative workplace.
School Counsellor/Psychologist
Applications are invited from experienced school counsellors/psychologists for a 12‑month maternity leave position commencing in July 2026. The successful applicant will join our team of counsellors to work with students aged 5-18 years old. The role is ideally a part-time position (0.6-0.8 FTE), however a full-time role may be considered.
The successful applicant will have expertise and experience working with children and adolescents in the provision of counselling support. They will have relevant qualifications as a counsellor and/or psychologist, be able to work effectively with students and their families, able to develop a significant rapport with students, and demonstrate a deep understanding of the emotional and social needs of children.
The preferred candidate will enjoy working in a collaborative, team-based environment to develop school-based support plans for individual students, working cooperatively with the school leadership team, wellbeing staff, and our classroom teachers. They will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, well-developed organisational skills and the ability to maintain positive working relationships with external health and allied-health professionals, social workers and other service providers. Experience and evidence of working in an educational setting would be an advantage. They will also be committed to the full life of the School, and supportive of its Christian ethos.
Applications for this position should include:
- A cover letter: introducing yourself, your skills and describing how you meet the criteria above.
- Your CV: including your qualifications, counselling experience and any other relevant professional experiences, current WWC Check number and any other relevant details.
- Referees: the names and contact details of two confidential referees.
Applications close: 5pm, Thursday 11 June 2026
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SCEGGS remuneration packages are competitive and well above CMEA salaries. These are paid in accordance with the candidate’s qualifications and level of experience.
In accordance with the Child Protection legislation, applicants for child-related work must have a current Working with Children clearance which will be verified online by SCEGGS prior to employment. Please see https://www.ocg.nsw.gov.au