Brisbane Catholic Education Office – Ferny Grove QLD About Brisbane Catholic Education Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education. About our school St Andrew is a Catholic primary school located in the western corridor of Brisbane, with an enrolment of over 530 students. Rooted in the spirit of St Benedict, St Andrew enjoys a unique arrangement with St Williams School, Grovely, and Our Lady of Dolours School, Mitchelton, under the Grovely parish umbrella. The school's philosophy centers on making Jesus real in the lives of the St Andrew family, valuing relationships through the UBUNTU philosophy, which teaches that we are who we are because of other people. Our warm, caring community and supportive culture among staff are at the heart of all we do. Explore our school website to learn more about this ‘Little Place with a Big Heart'. Company description: About Brisbane Catholic Education Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions.



As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education. Job description: About our school St Andrew is a Catholic primary school located in the western corridor of Brisbane, with an enrolment of over 530 students. Rooted in the spirit of St Benedict, St Andrew enjoys a unique arrangement with St Williams School, Grovely, and Our Lady of Dolours School, Mitchelton, under the Grovely parish umbrella. The school's philosophy centers on making Jesus real in the lives of the St Andrew family, valuing relationships through the UBUNTU philosophy, which teaches that we are who we are because of other people. Our warm, caring community and supportive culture among staff are at the heart of all we do. Explore our school website to learn more about this ‘Little Place with a Big Heart'. Summary

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students at St Andrew's Catholic School, Ferny Grove.



We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Guidance Counsellor for an immediate start through to the end of the 2026 school year. In this rewarding role, you will work collaboratively with students, families, staff, and the wider school community to enhance student wellbeing, learning, and engagement. Focusing on the education, development, mental health, and wellbeing of all students, you will provide proactive support, counselling, assessment, and intervention services that help every learner thrive academically, socially, and emotionally within a vibrant Catholic school community.

Location:

St Andrew's Catholic School, FERNY GROVE Start date:

ASAP - Until the end of the 2026 School Year Days of hours:

24 hours per week week (4 days) Salary:

$103,397.00 - $137,600.00 + 12.75% super Status:

Part-time, Fixed Term Ad close date:

24 October 2026 Contact:

Amanda Steer | **@bne.catholic.edu.au About the prospect

In this position you will be responsible for: Facilitate proactive and preventative practices and initiatives for the holistic development, mental health and wellbeing of students Manage counselling and consulting services for students Provide psycho-educational and other assessments Ensure BCE protocols and quality processes are implemented Maintain standards of practice Apply guidance counselling skills through direct and indirect processes and through systemic, whole-school, and individual interventions Participate in regular individual and group supervision and mentoring activities for clinical and technical supervision. About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including: Successful ex

📌 Student Wellbeing (Brisbane)
🏢 Brisbane Catholic Education Office
📍 Brisbane