School Psychologist Or Counsellor Or Social Worker

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST / SOCIAL WORKER / COUNSELLOR

Flexible work hours: Please indicate number of days and hours available on cover letter.  

Fixed Term contract until 11 Dec 2024 with a possible extension for the right candidate.

Immediate start or by negotiation.

Our high performing school is set on 33 hectares of beautiful bushland, located in the thriving Margaret River/Geographe region of Western Australia.  

Known for our focus on excellent care for all members of our community and recognised for our progressive and exemplary modern education practices, we are searching for a dynamic, and experienced School Psychologist, Counsellor or Social Worker to join our vibrant Community and support the wellbeing of all our students.  

This role constitutes a vital part of in the provision of best practice in the School’s academic, pastoral and co-curricular education in a caring, stimulating, Christian setting that will help students to achieve their potential and to flourish in life.  

OUR SCHOOL 

Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School is an Independent, Anglican, Co-educational, Day and Boarding school for students from Pre-Kindergarten through to Year 12.  Located in the beautiful South West of Western Australia, our School is set in a unique bush environment just minutes from the City of Bunbury and an easy commute from the City of Busselton.  The peace of the leafy campus belies the activity of a thriving school community. 

The School is recognised as both a top academic School with excellent ATAR results, as well as a School with a wide range of VET and certificate course opportunities, focusing on appropriate pathways for all students. We are a full member of the Round Square association, with extensive link.   

Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to child safety, leading and supporting a child safe culture in our School. 

WE OFFER 

A pleasant and progressive working environment, with supportive staff, many staff benefits including a computer, salary packaging and discounts on School tuition fees for children.  

SELECTION CRITERA 

Essential 

• Awareness of the ethical and legal issues regarding the role of a professional psychologist / Social Worker / counsellor including: confidentiality; informed consent; appropriate disclosures; referral pathways; case note documentation and security.
• Ability to effectively engage and counsel children and other members of the School community. 
• A current Working With Children (or be able to obtain). 
• Ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with parents. 
• Ability to establish a collegial, respectful and productive working relationship with colleagues in the Primary and Secondary School. 
• A willingness to be involved in Whole-of-School activities, e.g. evening performances, fundraising events. 
• A willingness to be involved in the religious life of the School, e.g. attending Eucharist Services, encouraging Christian principles.   
• A sound knowledge of Information Communication Technology as used in the administration of the School. 

 Desirable 

• Registration with the Psychology Board of Australia - Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Authority (AHPRA). 
• Professional counselling experience in an educational setting. 
• Experience dealing with secondary and primary aged children and their families 
• An ability to understand and assess the learning needs of students. 
• Demonstrate an awareness of the principles and practices of positive psychology in an education setting. 

Your proactive and positive attitude will be rewarded with a long term career with ongoing professional development and a rewarding working environment. 

APPLICATIONS 

Applicants for this position should submit their applications online through the Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School website. Please follow the online application instructions and ensure the following information is included in the Cover letter and Resume:  

Cover Letter:  

• A statement addressing the selection criteria. 

Resume:  

• Relevant qualifications 
• Current position and areas of responsibility
• The names, addresses and telephone number of two confidential relevant referees.

 
Applications should be addressed to: 

The Human Resource Department 
Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School 
PO Box 1198 
BUNBURY   WA   6231 

Tel: (08) 9722 6*** 
Email: **************@bcgs.wa.edu.au 

Applications must be received by 5.00pm on Friday 29 March 2024

The School reserves the right to appoint prior to applications closing.