One of Australia’s leading independent schools for boys, Scotch College is renowned for its innovation in teaching and learning and its commitment to offering a broad education to develop each boy to his full potential.
We are seeking to appoint an experienced careers counsellor and administrator to join our dynamic and expanding Future Pathways team. This permanent position provides an opportunity for a certified careers counsellor to provide high-quality and impartial course, career and pathways guidance to students. This role involves delivering one-on-one careers counselling, course advice, and liaison with families, employers, and community services. Alongside this, you will support the management of key careers education events and projects and provide administrative support for major programs.
The successful applicant will have:
- Professional qualification in Career Development/Education, Counselling, Psychology, or a related field (or currently studying one such degree)
- Experience in career counselling, preferably in a high school or educational setting
- Understanding of the Australian education system, vocational pathways, and current job market trends
- Understanding of global work trends and international tertiary application processes
- Values of excellence, integrity, collaboration and compassion
- Outstanding communication and relationship skills
- Ability to relate to young people and families
- Well-developed writing, IT, organisational and time management skills
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and experience
- Relevant qualifications and/or training in child safety and wellbeing
Some of the many benefits of working at Scotch College are:
- Extensive resources and facilities
- Opportunities for ongoing professional and personal development
- Generous leave entitlements
- Staff wellness activities including gym and swimming pool access, yoga sessions and interest groups
- Access to extensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Easy access via public transport and onsite parking
Applications should be sent to the Director of People and Culture, via email , and include a cover letter, CV and the full contact details of at least 3 professional referees.
Support of the College’s Christian heritage is an expectation of all staff.
Scotch College has been accredited as a Safe School by the Australian Childhood Foundation.
All members of staff are required to provide referee, proof of identity and academic qualifications checks prior to employment.
Closing date: Wednesday 18 September 2024 (5pm)
*Scotch College reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date
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