Pacific Valley Christian School – Yamba NSW
Pacific Valley Christian School is seeking a compassionate and proactive wellbeing professional to join our growing school community in Term 1, ****.
We welcome applications from qualified Counsellors, Wellbeing Youth Support Workers, or experienced wellbeing practitioners who are passionate about supporting students and their families.
The position may be offered on a full-time or part-time basis depending on the successful applicant's qualifications, experience, and availability.
This is a unique chance to play an important role in the wellbeing, growth, and development of students while working within a supportive Christian school community.
Pacific Valley Christian Schoolis a dynamic Prep to Year 12 co-educational Christian learning community committed to developing and nurturing our students.
It is a well-established school located near Yamba (in Townsend) on the far north coast of NSW and is part of the Pacific Group of ten Christian schools, with six of these schools located in regional NSW.The School emphasises excellence and growth in Christian character with its vision being 'to provide a Christian educational community as a centre of teaching, learning, and serving excellence founded on Biblically based beliefs, values, and behaviour'.
A distinctive of Pacific Valley is our commitment to Christian service.
About the Role
Working closely with the Principal, staff, families, and wellbeing professionals, you will provide support that strengthens student wellbeing and engagement across the school community.
Responsibilities may include:
Providing wellbeing support and counselling services to students
Supporting students experiencing social, emotional, behavioural, or learning challenges
Developing positive partnerships with families and staff
Assisting with student wellbeing programs and initiatives




Collaborating with teachers and school leadership to support student outcomes
Liaising with external specialists and support agencies
Contributing to case management and coordinated wellbeing plans
Supporting the school's pastoral care and Christian wellbeing framework
Responding to critical incidents and other wellbeing matters as required
About You
We are seeking someone who:
Has a genuine Christian faith and commitment to Christian education
Is passionate about supporting young people to thrive
Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Works collaboratively with staff, students, families, and external agencies
Exercises sound professional judgement and confidentiality
Has a heart for service and pastoral care within a Christian school community
Applicants may possess:
Qualifications in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, Youth Work, Community Services, or a related field
Experience working with children and young people in educational, community, wellbeing, or counselling settings
Experience supporting student wellbeing, engagement, behaviour, or pastoral care programs
As a valued member of our community you will:
Have the opportunity to be a part of a supportive Christian community
Share in daily devotions as a staff
Access career growth & development
Have Global Mission opportunities
Accessibility to AISNSW's Fitness Passport Program
The School offers staff the opportunity to grow in their careers in a strongly mentored and caring environment.
Commitment to a local church and the ethos of Christian education is essential.
Applications should include a reference from a minister of the church you regularly attend.
For further information, please contact the HR Department by ******, referencing the school and role you are enquiring about.
Pacific Valley Christian Schoolis a child safe workplace; all candidates are required to provide their NSW Working with Children Check Number for verification.
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📌 School Counsellor/Wellbeing Youth Support Worker (New South Wales)
🏢 Pacific Education
📍 New South Wales