ABOUT US
Knox Grammar School is an independent, multi-campus Kindergarten to Year 12 day and boarding school for boys, located at Wahroonga on Sydney’s North Shore. In addition to the single-sex campuses, Knox also operates Wahroonga Preparatory School, a co-educational campus for students Pre-Kindergarten to Year 6.
A leading Uniting Church School, Knox aims to develop students of Faith, Wisdom, Integrity, Compassion and Courage within a caring Christian environment.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Knox Grammar School has been at the forefront of Positive Education for the past 12 years. A strong focus on practical evidence-based approach in positive psychology and wellbeing science underpins our School Community and is embedded in our strategic vision.
As Boarding Wellbeing Leader, you will be a key member of the Wellbeing Team at Knox Grammar.
This part time role is focussed on the design and implementation of a range of innovative programs that support best practice in relation to our boarding student’s wellbeing and covering such areas as:
- Positive Psychology
- Counselling and Wellbeing
- Stress Management
- Peer Relationships
- Effective academic and study skills
This position is permanent part-time (term time, plus 1 week). The working hours will be negotiated with the successful candidate; it would include evening work, from 5 pm to 9 pm (to align with when the boarders are present in the boarding houses) totalling between 15 and 20 hours per week.
ABOUT YOU
We are looking for candidates with experience in the following areas:
- Current professional registration in Psychology, Social Work or Counselling
- Experience working with young people as a counsellor.
- Knowledge of psychological principles and adolescent development.
- A working knowledge of Positive Psychology.
- Ability to participate in a team approach to child and adolescent wellbeing.
HOW TO APPLY
Before applying, please read the comprehensive role description found on our website:
https://www.knox.nsw.edu.au/about/public-information/employment/
Please apply via SEEK by clicking the ‘Apply for this Job’ button and attaching a current CV, covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and your academic transcript.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS
4.00pm Wednesday 20 September 2023
Please note that applications will be assessed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date.
Knox Grammar School is a child safe organisation and all statutory checks and references are required prior to confirmation of employment.
Successful applicants will be required to provide the School with a current NSW Working with Children Check number and comply with the requirements of the NSW Institute of Teachers Act.
It is a requirement of employment to be fully vaccinated (2 doses) for COVID-19.
www.knox.nsw.edu.au/employment