St Michael’s College is a Catholic co-educational college in the Lasallian tradition which is committed to the human and Christian education of the young, especially the poor, through: Community, Challenge and Choice.
Community
We are an inclusive and respectful community where each individual is known, valued and cared for, enabling them to feel confident to explore their curiosities, flourish and fully realise their potential.
Challenge
Individual growth is achieved through engagement, opportunity and recognition, underpinned by a positive learning culture that is authentic, challenging and supportive.
Choice
Through a quality Lasallian education, inspired by the Gospel and a concern for social justice, students are empowered to better choose who they become as people, learners and leaders in the world.
Teachers will work collaboratively with leaders, colleagues, parents/caregivers and others as applicable to facilitate positive learning by students and engage in educational reform.
Position
Permanent – 37.5 hours per week – 41 weeks per annum – Salary subject to qualifications and experience. Contract commences 23 January 2024.
The Counselling position entails the delivery of Personal Counselling at the Primary Campus and spans work with students from Reception to Year 6.
The Student Counselling Services are central to the educational vision of St Michael’s College and involve a team of professionals who provide personal, academic and career counselling services to the students of the College.
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Qualifications in Counselling to Graduate or Post Graduate level
- Familiarity with issues as they relate to primary school age children
- A particular knowledge of problems experienced by primary school students and ways to offer support and guidance
Desirable
- Knowledge of the education sector
- Counselling experience with young people and their families
- Ability to communicate effectively, problem solve and manage conflict situations
- Working knowledge of ‘Duty of Care’ and child Protection and Mandatory Reporting as it relates to counselling
- A good understanding of available Government and Private Support agencies for students in acute need
How to Apply
Your application should be a maximum of seven pages including:-
- A cover letter (no more than one page)
- CV (no more than 2 pages)
- Application addressing the criteria of the role, which is the content of the Position Information Document (no more than 4 pages)
- Application Declaration Form (St Michael’s College – Adelaide (smc.sa.edu.au)
- Application to be sent as one document.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates and appoint prior to the closing date.
Please visit https://smc.sa.edu.au/college-information/employment/ for Position Information Description and more information.
Direct applications to:
St Michael’s College
Attention: Human Resources
Phone: 08 8356 5966
Email: [email protected]
Close date: 9am – Monday, 18 September 2023