St Columba Anglican School Port Macquarie is a co educational ELC - 12 campus set on 37 picturesque acres in the heart of Port Macquarie's Education Precinct. The School offers teachers and leaders the opportunity to further develop as professionals and work in a school that has grown to be among the very best in the state - academically, culturally and on the sporting field.
Whilst residing in one of the state's most liveable regions on the Mid-North Coast of NSW, in a community that is growing in opportunity, our staff work with students and families who are optimistic, aspirational and engaged in a nurturing educational community.
Beginning Semester 2 2024, or as negotiated with the successful candidate, the School is seeking to appoint a passionate, dynamic and experienced Psychologist to provide a high-quality counselling service to students (Kindergarten - Year 12) and offer support, guidance and advice to families and staff in matters relating the wellbeing of our students.
We invite applications from experienced Psychologists who want to be a part of a leading regional independent School with a strong philosophy of developing happy, healthy and high achieving students. We are keen to hear from candidates who are passionate and experienced in providing support, assistance and guidance to students, staff and families in the area of wellbeing.
If you are interested in living and working in such a community, consider the advantages of our "World of Opportunities".
On offer ?A competitive salary with paid school holidays included
?Attractive salary packaging arrangements (a range of better than standard benefits including paid maternity/adoption/parental leave and LSL accruing at higher than the statutory requirement, skills development / education support)
?Join our team of collegial and dedicated professionals across our school site
?Work as a part of a team of two Psychologists, Wellbeing staff, Year Patrons, Learning Support Staff and School Chaplain in the on-campus Wellbeing Hub
?Access to the onsite gymnasium, discounted onsite childcare/school fees and annual vaccinations
To be successful in this exciting role you will: â¢Have proven competence in working with students providing counselling, assessment, appropriate intervention, case management, liaison and referrals
?Provide support and guidance to staff and families for targeted programs for students
?Demonstrate your capability to work collaboratively with and provide expert advice to the broader student wellbeing teams, colleagues, school communities, external agencies, and other relevant stakeholders.
?Ability to maintain appropriate records (including digital) and ensure compliance with professional guidelines of record keeping and confidentiality.
?Ability to work autonomously as well as a part of a collaborative team and have a good sense of humour.
?Be supportive of the Anglican Ethos of the Grafton Diocese and of the schools mission and values.
Mandatory requirements: ?Registration as a Psychologist by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
?Eligibility for membership of the Australian Psychological Society (APS)
?Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) is mandatory
?Experience working in the Education sector would be highly advantageous
Applications are open to permanent residents of Australia only
Application process: To apply and view a copy of the position description, candidates are required to visit the SCAS Careers page, click the green "Apply for this job" button in the top right corner of the page and follow the prompts: https://www.scas.nsw.edu.au/employment/
We will shortlist and interview high quality applications as they are received, and we strongly encourage interested candidates to submit their application as soon as possible.
Applications close at 3.00pm on Friday 5th July 2024.
St Columba Anglican School has a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and is committed to promoting child safety, children's wellbeing and protecting children from abuse.
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