Empowering Excellence – Join Tranby College as a College Counsellor At Tranby College, learning begins with curiosity and thrives through courageand gives purpose to our learners. As part of our Curiosity and Courage Philosophy, we combine evidence-based teaching, deep wellbeing, and real-world connection to nurture confident, articulate, and ethical learners.

About the role
We are looking for a warm, experienced and confident counsellor to join us as our College Counsellor 0.6FTE, commencing in Term 1, 2027. This position is initially offered as a fixed-term opportunity for the 2027 school year, with the potential to transition to an ongoing position. Reporting to the Deputy Principal, you will help students reach their learning and personal potential by promoting emotional wellbeing, resilience and positive relationships. You will work closely with students, families, staff, our Student Support and Wellbeing Teams and external agencies. This is a role where you will see the difference you make every day. What you’ll be doing
- Providing confidential, evidence-based short-term counselling for students facing emotional, social, behavioural, family or learning-related challenges
- Offering crisis support during critical incidents, including follow-up and debriefing
- Conducting risk assessments and helping wellbeing leaders build risk-management plans
- Coordinating case management for students with complex needs, and referring to external services where appropriate
- Running small-group work and targeted programs in areas such as resilience, emotional regulation, and grief and loss
- Supporting students through transitions,



including joining the College and moving from Junior to Senior School
- Contributing to the College’s SEL program and whole-school wellbeing initiatives
- Advising staff on practical strategies and delivering professional learning on mental health and wellbeing
- Contributing specialist advice to wellbeing, pastoral care and critical incident policies About you Essential:
- A relevant university qualification in Counselling, Psychology or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience supporting child and adolescent mental health, wellbeing and development
- Proven ability to provide evidence-based counselling, early intervention, crisis support and case management
- Ability to design and deliver proactive, preventative wellbeing programs
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust with students, families and staff
- Solid organisational and record-keeping skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Sound judgement, integrity and a strong commitment to confidentiality and ethical practice
- Current Working with Children Check and National Criminal History Check, or the ability to obtain them Desirable:
- Counselling or wellbeing experience in a school setting
- Membership of, or eligibility for,



a professional body such as AASW, ACA or APS
- Experience facilitating small-group therapeutic or psychoeducational programs You will be empathetic, calm and emotionally resilient, and confident responding to complex situations. You will be committed to supervision and reflective practice. Above all, you will be passionate about helping young people thrive. You will also support the ethos and values of the Uniting Church tradition of the College. ✨

How to Apply
Submit your application by 3.00 pm, Friday, 13 November 2026, addressed to Mrs Emily Goforth, Principal, via [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) Your application should include:
• A cover letter (max 2 pages) addressing your suitability for the role.
• A current Curriculum Vitae including qualifications and experience.
• Contact details for three referees, including your current Principal. For a confidential discussion, contact the College on [08 •••
• •424](tel:08%209524%202424), via [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]). *The College reserves the right to commence recruitment at any stage. Applications will be retained for up to two years as part of our talent pool, and suitable applicants may be contacted as roles become available. All applications will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
* *Tranby College is a child-safe organisation and undertakes rigorous background checks, including contacting non-listed referees if required.
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