SMYL Community College is seeking an experienced and passionate
School Counsellor
to join our growing Student Support Services Team.
As an independent specialist school, we support young people who have disengaged, or are at risk of disengaging, from mainstream education. Through trauma-informed, relationship-based practice, we help students improve wellbeing, reconnect with learning and build positive futures.
About the role
Reporting to the
Deputy Principal (Compliance, Engagement & Student Success)
, you will provide counselling, therapeutic intervention and wellbeing support to students across the College.
Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate with Attendance & Re-engagement Officers, School Psychologists, Social Workers, College leaders, families and external agencies to support students experiencing complex social, emotional and educational challenges.
Key responsibilities include
Individual counselling and therapeutic support
Student wellbeing assessment and intervention planning
Early intervention and risk identification
Multidisciplinary case management
Family engagement and support
Referral coordination and external agency liaison
Wellbeing promotion and preventative education initiatives
About you
You will possess:
Qualifications in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work or a related discipline
Experience supporting adolescents and young people
Robust counselling, communication and relationship-building skills




Knowledge of trauma-informed practice
Experience working within multidisciplinary support environments
A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable young people
Experience within education, youth services, alternative education, community services or mental health settings will be highly regarded
About us
SMYL Community College is an independent specialist school that supports young people who have disengaged, or are at risk of disengaging, from mainstream education. Through trauma-informed, relationship-based practice, we help students improve wellbeing, reconnect with learning and build positive futures.
Why Join SMYL Community College?
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable young people
Join a dedicated and collaborative Student Support Services Team
Work within a values-driven specialist school environment
Contribute during an exciting period of organisational renewal and growth
Attractive salary package negotiated according to qualifications and experience
Applications close: COB Wednesday 18 November ****
SMYL Community College is committed to child safety and the wellbeing of all children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to satisfy pre-employment screening requirements, including a Working with Children Check, National Police Clearance and verification of relevant qualifications.
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📌 School Councellor (Perth)
🏢 SMYL
📍 Perth