JOIN OUR PASTORAL CARE TEAM AS A GUIDANCE COUNSELLOR
If you are passionate about student well-being and want to make a difference in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you.
St Oran’s College is looking for a warm, experienced, and dedicated Guidance Counsellor to join our supportive school community. This role is primarily responsible for providing personal, social, and academic support to our Year 7-13 students, helping to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.
About the role:
Part-time, permanent.
Hours: Three days per week (must include Fridays), 8:30 am – 3:30 pm, term time only.
Purpose: You will work collaboratively with students, staff, and whānau, reporting to the Leader of Pastoral Care and the Principal.
What you’ll bring:
An appropriate qualification in counselling and a commitment to working within the NZAC Code of Ethics.
Previous experience in a counselling role specifically working with children and adolescents.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust and maintain confidentiality.
A collaborative spirit and a willingness to support the special character and values of St Oran’s College.
Key Responsibilities:
Providing a confidential counselling service to both students and staff.
Advocating for students and liaising with families and outside agencies when necessary.
Supporting and mentoring staff while working as an active member of our school-wide pastoral team, including our current guidance counsellor.
Engaging in regular external professional supervision and ongoing professional development.
Important Information:
Applications close: 5:00 pm, Monday 15 June.
Please email you cv, cover letter and completed application form to Sarah Worthington at sworthington@storans.school.nz
Starting date: Monday 20 July 2026.
Requirement: Candidates must undergo safety checking, police vetting, as a condition of employment.
The Job Description can be found here.
The Application Form can be found here.
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