School Counsellor/Psychologist

COMMENCEMENT: Ongoing, from 23January 2026

At Fintona, our exceptionalteachers and staff create a world of active learning where each girl has theopportunity to find her own version of extraordinary. We are renowned for a distinct andchallenging approach to academic excellence that celebrates a love of learningacross a wealth of disciplines, and for developing girls who move beyond theircomfort zone to become fearless and adaptable leaders in their chosen field.

We are seeking a qualified Counselloror Psychologist to enrich our students' personal and social development andsupport their mental health and wellbeing.This role is primarily performed during school term time, withadditional days during non-term time as scheduled or required due in certain circumstances.

The School Counsellor/Psychologistwill provide counselling, wellbeing support, referrals and advisory informationto students from ELC to Year 12.Inparticular, this role is responsible for:

· Providing counselling to students perceived asvulnerable or at risk;

· Acting as the liaison between the student,school and external specialists in the area of health and wellbeing;

· Providing advice to colleagues and parents insupporting students in their personal development, mental health and wellbeing;

· Working with the Student Development Team to deviseand administer a comprehensive and meticulous program to support thedevelopment of the welfare and pastoral needs of students;

· Supporting the development of school policy andstrategic planning in the area of child safety; and

· Working as a member of the team of Child SafetyOfficers to ensure compliance with Mandatory Reporting requirements, and theoverall care, safety and welfare of our students.

The successful applicant willpossess highly developed interpersonal, communication and organisationalskills, and will be able to operate effectively both independently and as partof a team.A Bachelor levelqualification in Social Work, Counselling or Psychology with eligibility formembership of the relevant professional body is also required.

In addition to working in a highlyprofessional and collegiate environment, the successful applicant can receive:

· Work life balance and flexibility during non-termtime;

· Substantial long service and leave entitlements;

· Access to tax effective salary packaging;

· Supportive paid parental leave, withsuperannuation maintained for up to 52 weeks;

· Extensive learning and development opportunitiesto support career development;

· Access to confidential wellbeing and supportservices; and

· Regular opportunities to connect through avibrant and active social club.

Further information on this exciting opportunity can befound at the FintonaCurrent Opportunities page or by contacting Human Resources on 98301388.

Applications are to include a one page cover letteraddressed to the Principal and a CV that includes three professionalreferees. Applications that do not meet these requirements will not beconsidered.

Applications close 18 August 2025.Please note:the interview process may commence prior to the closing date and, if asuitable applicant is found, the role may close early.We would encourage applications to bereceived as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Fintona Girls' School is committed to the safety,wellbeing, participation and empowerment of children.Staff are required to adhere to the School's Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, Child SafetyResponse and Mandatory Reporting Policy and Procedure and Child Safety Code of Conduct and be committed to the safety and wellbeing of children.

The successful applicant must have the right to work inAustralia, will be subject to background checks and required to provide acurrent Working with Children Check and National Police clearance.