The Opportunity

Our Lady of the Sacred Heart (OLSH) College is a vibrant, inclusive, and hope-filled Catholic secondary girls' school (Years 7–12) with a proud 70-year tradition of inspiring excellence in girls' education. We are seeking a qualified and autonomous School Counsellor (Education Support Officer, Grade 5) to join our community. Operating under minimal direction, you will apply highly specialised professional skills to promote student safety and well-being, directly facilitating successful learning outcomes.

This is a permanent part time role, working approximately 33.5 hours per week and 40 weeks per year.

Key responsibilities

As the Student Counsellor, you will work closely with leaders and staff across the College to:

- Provide high-quality, confidential individual and small-group counselling to students regarding emotional, social, trauma, grief, loss, or other school-related matters
- Act as a vital resource for school leaders, teachers, and parents, offering strategic advice and practical resources to support students experiencing difficulties
- Assist teaching staff in developing appropriate resources, activities, and strategies for health-related curriculum topics, including student well-being and resilience
- Actively participate and assist with school orientation initiatives, focusing heavily on key transition years
- Prepare, update, and securely maintain highly accurate and confidential case notes, files, and reports in accordance with legal requirements and school ownership policies
- Build close working relationships with school leadership, parents, and the CESA CEO Allied Health team, while liaising effectively with external agency providers

About You

- Minimum of a Diploma of Counselling (or equivalent qualification)




- Current registration or membership with a recognized professional organisation or legislative body.
- Demonstrated specialized experience delivering empowering counselling to young people, including children with special needs.
- Substantial capacity for autonomous decision-making, excellent crisis management skills, strong policy research skills, and an ability to quickly build rapport within the community.

Why Us?

OLSH is a collaborative and friendly school environment. Additional benefits include:

- Study Incentive Programs up to $1,500 per annum
- School holidays off and generous leave provisions such as paid parental leave and family leave
- Leave Loading paid at 17.5%

About Us?

OLSH College is a Catholic secondary school for girls from Years 7 – 12. Since 1951, we have been building on tradition and inspiring excellence in girls’ education. Our qualified and dedicated staff strive in preparing students for future challenges by encouraging creativity, perseverance and resilience.

How to Apply

1. A one-page Cover Letter addressed to Maria Urbano, Principal

1. A three-page (maximum) Resume including the names and contact details of three recent professional referees
2. A copy of your:
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- SAVA Clearance to work in Catholic Education SA
- Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care (RRHAN-EC)
- Applicable First Aid Certificate

For a confidential discussion, please contact Nicky Snell, HR & Compliance Officer on 8269 8800.

Applications will close 5pm Thursday 12 November 2026.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. We reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates and appoint prior to the closing date.

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