Junior School Counsellor and Wellbeing Co-ordinator
Ongoing
Part time (0.6)
About us
With a legacy of over 145 years of achievement, Tintern is one of Melbourne’s most respected schools, with students from our Early Learning Centre to Year 12. At Tintern, we are committed to providing a workplace which encourages professional growth and opportunities for all staff.
We educate boys and girls from ELC to Year 12 in our Parallel Learning model – a crafted combination of single gender and co-educational learning. Care for each student, a culture of personal and academic best, and excellent teaching all enable our students to maximise their influence on the world.
About the role
Reporting to the Director of Student Wellbeing and Counselling located in Junior School, we are seeking to appoint a Junior School Counsellor and Wellbeing Co-ordinator with a track record of excellence in supporting student welfare who will contribute enthusiastically to the broader positive culture of the School. Working with the Boys’ and Girls’ Wellbeing Leaders to refine, reimagine, implement and grow a whole school wellbeing program which supports the School's vision and values.
As a key member of the Student Wellbeing team, you will assist in the existing Wellbeing program structure to further strengthen Tintern’s position to support the long-term success of our students. As a member of a relevant professional association, you will provide counselling services to students and families, recommend referrals to external agencies where required, assist in the assessment of students’ safety and welfare needs. You will bring your passion for student wellbeing to the School and above all, have a willingness to engage, connect and care for our students.
This is a part-time role, effective Term 1, 2025.
Prerequisite:
- Formal qualifications in counselling or psychology with experience in the relevant field
- Current membership of the Australian Psychological Society or the Australian Association of Social Workers is required.
About You
You will be able to demonstrate excellence in supporting student and family welfare in a school environment. You will demonstrate:
· Care and connectedness with students
· Experience in working with children, adolescents and families
· Experience in an educational setting
· Proven leadership qualities
· Proven management skills
· Proven collaborative skills
· Strong communication and documentation skills
· Flexible, responsive and creative with an innovative mindset
· Post-graduate or similar qualifications in student wellbeing or related area
Please view the Position Description.
Applications for this position should include a cover letter addressing your employment preference for part-time, a current curriculum vitae and names of three referees.
Applications must be received by 12.00pm Friday 17 January 2025
Only people with the right to work in this country may apply for this position.
Tintern Grammar is a child safe school.
