School Counsellor

FTE: 1.0FTE (full time, term time)

PERIOD: Commencing immediately, 6 month fixed term contract

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

We are seeking a counsellor to enrich our students’ personal and social development and support their mental health and wellbeing. This role is primarily performed during school term time, with additional days during non-term time as scheduled or required due to particular circumstances.

The School Counsellor will provide counselling, wellbeing support, referrals and advisory information to students from ELC to Year 12. In particular, this role is responsible for:

- Providing counselling to students perceived as vulnerable 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 in supporting students in their personal development, mental health and wellbeing;
- Working with the Wellbeing Team to devise and administer a comprehensive and meticulous program to oversee the welfare and pastoral needs of students;
- Supporting the development of school policy and strategic planning in the area of child safety; and
- Working with a team of Child Safety Officers to ensure compliance with Mandatory Reporting requirements.

The successful applicant will possess highly developed interpersonal, communication and organisational skills, and will be able to operate effectively both in a team and individually. A Bachelor level qualification in Social Work, Counselling or Psychology with eligibility for membership of relevant professional body is also required.
- Fintona Girls’ School is committed to the safety, wellbeing, participation and empowerment of children. Staff are required to adhere to the School’s Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy and Procedure, the Mandatory Reporting Policy and be committed to the safety and wellbeing of children._