About Us
Caulfield Grammar School is an internationally recognised, independent, co-educational school committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities from Early Learning through to Year 12. With over 3400 students across 3 campuses and our Student Experience Programs in Yarra Junction and Kakadu, Caulfield Grammar passionately strives to deliver innovative specialist educational programs enabling quality learning every day, in every experience, for every learner, for life.
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Careers Counsellor to join the Careers Team at our Wheelers Hill Campus in a permanent part-time role (0.5), commencing January 2024.
Reporting to the Head of Careers, the Careers Counsellor will abide by the Career Industry Council of Australia (CICA) Professional Standards for Australian Career Development Practitioners and CEAV Code of Ethics, the Careers Counsellor contributes to the smooth running of Careers for the campus while liaising closely with external and internal stakeholders to ensure a well-informed pathway for students.
The Careers Counsellor practices a comprehensive one to one counselling service in the areas of careers and course (both internal and postschool) choice and provides information and options to students, parents, staff and Grammarians.
Responsibilities:
- Establish, build and communicate appropriate career pathways for Senior School students and their parents
- Develop and create new networks between industry, tertiary institutions and the CGS community to ensure that our students are fully informed about their future choices and goals
- Provide education to Middle and Senior School staff regarding counselling students about career choice and subject choice
- Comply with administrative and organisational requirements including the management of financial resources
- Model best practice, excellent interpersonal and communication skills and have the ability to work well with different stakeholders
- Model and live the Caulfield Grammar School values and behaviours
To be successful in this role:
- You will be highly organised, have strong communication and interpersonal skills, and will enjoy working with young people in assisting them to identify and achieve their study and career goals.
- You will possess up-to-date knowledge of University selection procedures, the range of tertiary study options available to students as well as other post-secondary options.
- Be able to work as part of a dedicated and passionate team and immerse yourself in our school.
- Have suitable Careers Counselling qualifications
- Hold a current Employment Working With Children Check or VIT registration
Why Caulfield Grammar School
Our culture is defined by the five values: Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Creativity, Thriving Together, Embracing Diversity, and Living Wholeheartedly. These values guide the way we work together with passion and authenticity based on our guiding principle of a Mind for Life.
For more information about pursuing a career of excellence at Caulfield Grammar School, please visit our Employment Page.
Our Benefits
- Competitive base and 12% Superannuation
- Continuous professional development opportunities
- Access to outstanding facilities and resources with free onsite parking
- Health & Wellbeing activities throughout the year
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
How to Apply
Please submit your application by clicking on the APPLY button to be directed to our website. Applications will be reviewed and screened upon submission.
Enquiries: [email protected]
Closing Date: Sunday 12th November 2023, 11pm