Head of Counselling / Clinical Psychologist

Kincoppal-Rose Bay School of the Sacred Heart, founded in 1882, is a leading Catholic Independent Day and Boarding School located in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs. The School is co-educational ELC-6, and girls only 7-12.

We are inviting applications for the position of Head of Counselling / Clinical Psychologist commencing in Term 1, 2027. The Head of Counselling holds overall responsibility and accountability for psychological services delivered to students at KRB, as well as leading the development of strategic progress in this area. Leading a small team and sharing the operational student caseload, the role works with other School Leaders to develop and implement proactive initiatives to enhance student wellbeing and respond to emerging trends and issues.

The role:

- Lead the strategic development and delivery of mental health and wellbeing initiatives across K–12 day and boarding programs
- Provide expert counseling, assessment, intervention and case management support for students, families and staff, including urgent and critical incident responses
- Partner with pastoral, boarding and school leadership teams to advise on student wellbeing, behaviour support, safeguarding and child protection matters
- Develop and deliver education, training and resources for key stakeholders in areas such as child protection, positive psychology, pastoral care and student wellbeing
- Maintain professional records and collaborate with external agencies and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated support for students
- In collaboration with a team, review, develop and implement relevant policies, procedures and guidelines to support consistent, evidence-informed practice across student wellbeing, counselling,



safeguarding and child protection.

The ideal candidate:

- Fully qualified and registered Psychologist, with relevant experience working with children and adolescents, preferably in an educational setting
- Experience providing psychological intervention to children, adolescents and their families within a systemic therapeutic framework
- Demonstrated experience designing, implementing and evaluating proactive wellbeing initiatives
- Sound understanding of contemporary issues, research and emerging trends in child and adolescent psychology
- Advanced knowledge of child protection legislation, safeguarding obligations and best-practice approaches
- Demonstrated experience leading, supporting and developing a professional team
- Current Working With Children Check
- Ability to model the five goals of Sacred Heart Education in interactions with students, staff, and parents.

As Sacred Heart Educators, we are:

- Committed to the Sacred Heart Charism
- Optimistic, relational individuals who act with integrity and share their love of learning
- Reflective practitioners who strive for professional excellence

As Sacred Heart Educators, this is our commitment to our students and colleagues within our KRB community.

Amongst other employee benefits, Kincoppal – Rose Bay School offers:

- competitive rates of pay that are above MEA rates
- 17.5% leave loading




- a free staff shuttle service to and fromEdgecliff station
- an array of culture-focusedwell-being and social initiatives e.g. Personal Training, Book Club, complimentary pool and gym access, financial advice, confidential and independent EAP, access to Fitness Passport
- flexibility in hours (subject to timetable)
- a fantastic daily menu of lunches for a nominal fee
- qualified learning - an opportunity to tailor your learning to your needs
- an opportunity to discuss and act on your career aspirations
- discounted tuition fees for children of permanent employees
- an opportunity to align your personal and professional values with your workplace
- various salary sacrificing options, including novated leasing

To learn more about life at our School, visit our page on LinkedInand our Website.

Our School is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome expressions of interest from any suitably qualified candidates, irrespective of your personal background.

Apply by 14 October 2026.

If you have any questions or would like to have a confidential conversation about the role, please contact the Director of People and Culture, Rita Nakhle (e: *******@krb.nsw.edu.au; ph: 6***).

One-page covering letter including why you have applied for this role, why you are moving on from your current role, and your unique skills and experiences that separate you from other candidates

An updated CV.

only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

direct applicants only - no Agency referrals at this time

In accordance with Child Protection legislation all people seeking child-related employment are required to complete a Working with Children Check clearance before employment.

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📌 Head of Counselling / Clinical Psychologist (Sydney)
🏢 Kincoppal-Rose Bay School
📍 Sydney