Kildare College offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and cohesive team where staff collaboration, wellbeing, and professional growth are prioritised. With a team of approximately 100 staff, the College provides a smaller, more personalised workplace environment that fosters strong professional relationships and a shared commitment to excellence in girls’ education. Role Details Replacement position/Job Share from 30 April 2026 to 4 December 2026 15 hours per week, Thursday & Friday each week, 8.30am to 4.30pm per day Terms 2-4, term weeks only (28 weeks) The Opportunity Kildare College is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic College Counsellor to join our wellbeing team. In this role, you will provide compassionate and professional wellbeing support to students across Years 7–12, working within a proactive, positive education framework that nurtures students’ strength, gentleness, agency, and resilience. As a key member of the College’s Counselling Team, you will work collaboratively with the other Counsellor and in a job‑share arrangement, ensuring cohesive, consistent, and high‑quality support for all students. Applications close 4.00pm on Wednesday, 11 March 2026. Please do not apply via the SEEK quick apply button. Please submit your application in PDF format, ensuring it includes the following: 1. Cover Letter (maximum 1 page) Addressed to Tina Neate, Principal , outlining: a. Your experience relevant to the role b. Your motivation for applying c. What you hope to contribute to the Kildare College community. 2. Completed Kildare College Employment Application and Declaration Form This form is available via the Kildare College website 3. Curriculum Vitae (maximum 2 pages) Please email your complete application addressed to the Principal via: kildare.catholic.edu.au The Position Information Document outlining the Key Responsibilities and Duties of the position can be obtained via www.cesa.catholic.edu.au/working-with-us/positions-vacant along with the Kildare College Application and Declaration Form or please email the HR Manager via kildare.catholic.edu.au Qualifications and Training: Recognised qualifications in either Counselling, Psychology, Social Work or a combination thereof relevant to the role. Current registration and/or membership of a relevant and recognised professional organisation/registration body as required by legislation. Hold a current acceptable Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance & screening to work in Catholic Education SA. Hold a current certification in Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect in Education and Care (RRHAN-EC). Hold a current First Aid certification - HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting. Enquiries regarding the position can be directed to the HR Manager on 08 8369 99or via email kildare.catholic.edu.au
