School Counsellor / Clinical Psychologist

Kincoppal-Rose Bay School of the Sacred Heart, founded in 1882, is a leading Catholic Independent Day and Boarding School located in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs. The School is co-educational ELC-6, and girls only 7-12.

We are inviting applications for the position of School Counsellor / Clinical Psychologist commencing in Term 1, 2027. The School Counsellor provides professional counselling and wellbeing support to students, helping them overcome personal, social, emotional and learning challenges so they can thrive at school. Working collaboratively with students, families, teachers and external agencies, the role contributes to a safe, inclusive and supportive school culture.

The role:

Commences mid-January 2027 (or sooner)

Full-time position, works during the school terms only and a few days during term break

Paid throughout the year.

Key responsibilities will include:

Deliver individual and group counselling to students, assessing needs and developing support plans that promote emotional wellbeing and positive mental health.

Provide expert counselling, assessment, intervention and case management support for students, families and staff, including urgent and critical incident responses.

Collaborate with teachers, school leaders, parents and carers, and external services to coordinate referrals and tailored support for students.

Contribute to school-wide wellbeing programs, staff professional learning and early intervention initiatives.

Maintain professional records and collaborate with external agencies and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated support for students.

The ideal candidate:

Fully qualified and registered Psychologist, with relevant experience working with children and adolescents, preferably in an educational setting

Experience providing psychological intervention to children, adolescents and their families within a systemic therapeutic framework

Sound understanding of contemporary issues,



research and emerging trends in child and adolescent psychology

Working knowledge of child protection legislation, safeguarding obligations and best-practice approaches

Current Working With Children Check

Ability to model the five goals of Sacred Heart Education in interactions with students, staff, and parents.

As Sacred Heart Educators, we are:

Committed to the Sacred Heart Charism

Optimistic, relational individuals who act with integrity and share their love of learning

Reflective practitioners who strive for professional excellence

As Sacred Heart Educators, this is our commitment to our students and colleagues within our KRB community.

Amongst other employee benefits, Kincoppal – Rose Bay School offers:

competitive rates of pay that are above MEA rates

17.5% leave loading

a free staff shuttle service to and fromEdgecliff station

an array of culture-focusedwell-being and social initiatives e.g. Personal Training, Book Club, complimentary pool and gym access, financial advice, confidential and independent EAP, access to Fitness Passport

flexibility in hours (subject to timetable)

a fantastic daily menu of lunches for a nominal fee

professional learning - an opportunity to tailor your learning to your needs

an chance to discuss and act on your career aspirations

discounted tuition fees for children of permanent employees

an opportunity to align your personal and professional values with your workplace

various salary sacrificing options, including novated leasing

To learn more about life at our School, visit our page onLinkedInand ourWebsite.

Our School is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome expressions of interest from any suitably qualified candidates, irrespective of your personal background.

Please note:

only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

direct applicants only - no Agency referrals at this time

In accordance with Child Protection legislation all people seeking child-related employment are required to complete a Working with Children

📌 School Counsellor (Sydney)
🏢 Kincoppal-Rose Bay School
📍 Sydney