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School Psychologist or Guidance Counsellor

School Psychologist or Guidance Counsellor

St Paul's SchoolCity of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
5 days ago
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School Psychologist or Guidance Counsellor

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St Paul's School is located in the outer northern Brisbane suburb of Bald Hills. It is an Anglican co-educational school from Pre‑Prep to Year 12 with an International School. At St Paul’s School we are committed to creating environments for children and young people to thrive. Our purpose is to prepare resilient global citizens, who are innovative thinkers with a heart for servant leadership.

About this opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and suitably qualified School Psychologist or Guidance Counsellor to join our team in a full‑time, ongoing role, commencing in Term 1 2026. The School Psychologist or Guidance Counsellor is primarily responsible for providing services to Pre‑Prep to Year 12 students. These services will be provided as part of the School’s Student Wellbeing and Pastoral Care system and Health Programs. The position aims to improve student wellbeing and academic success by offering preventative psycho‑education and brief psychological interventions. To achieve this responsibility, the position is expected to maintain effective relationships with students, parents and staff.

Responsibilities

  • Complying with legal obligations of an educational establishment.
  • Complying with the Child Protection Policy and the Child Protection from Harm protocols.
  • Delivering a high‑quality, professional service in keeping with the professional standards of psychology.
  • Identifying and assessing the needs and expectations of others.
  • Ensuring that the wellbeing of all students is closely monitored, and any concerns are reported to the appropriate support and leadership staff.
  • Understanding that at no time does any worker have the authority to reprimand any student or any co‑worker, but to take responsibility to report any issue to the Director of Wellbeing, or any member of the School’s Senior Leadership Team.

Qualifications and experience

  • Current full registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA or Provisional Psychologist registration (considered).
  • Demonstrated competence in individual, family, group and crisis counselling, preferably within an educational context.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and a high level of ethical practice.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff and other community stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
  • Proven ability to work effectively as a member of a team, with high levels of accountability.
  • Must adhere to the Psychology Board of Australia’s code of conduct.
  • Must be an Australian resident and eligible to work in Australia.
  • It would be desirable to hold a Master's degree in Psychology or a Master's of Education in Guidance and Counselling (for Guidance Counsellor).
  • Application

  • Submit your application via this advert.
  • Please include a 1‑page cover letter telling us how your experience and qualifications match the points listed in the “About You” section of this advert.
  • Applications will be assessed daily and the advert will close when a suitable candidate is identified.
  • Important information

  • Agree to undergo a Criminal History / Police Check conducted by the School.
  • Possess and maintain a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check by Blue Card Services). The successful candidate must have a current Blue Card before commencing work at the school.
  • Agree to be checked against the Anglican Church’s National Professional Standards Register.
  • Be an Australian resident and eligible to work in Australia.
  • For more information, please contact our Manager of People and Culture on ph : (07) 3261 1388 or email hr@stpauls.qld.edu.au.

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