Counsellor – Christian Education

3 or 4 Days per Week | Term Time Only | 12 months fixed term with a view to ongoing

Charlton Christian College – Fassifern, NSW

Charlton Christian College is a K–12 co-educational Christian college of over 800 students, located in Fassifern, Lake Macquarie. Our mission is to provide a Christ-centred education of excellence that helps students develop their God-given potential.

We are seeking a qualified and compassionate Counsellor to join our team. This key role provides professional counselling and referral services to support the emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing of students, families, and staff.


About the Role

  • Provide individual counselling to students in a safe and respectful environment.

  • Support families with guidance and referrals to external services where appropriate.

  • Develop and facilitate small group wellbeing programs (e.g. grief and loss, social skills).

  • Partner with staff to promote a culture of wellbeing and pastoral care across the College.

  • Maintain accurate and confidential case notes and records.

  • The role will initially be for a 12-month fixed-term period with the potential for ongoing employment beyond 12 months.

 

The Successful Applicant Will Have:

  • A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and regular attendance at a Christian Church.

  • Tertiary qualifications in counselling or a related discipline (e.g. psychology, social work).

  • Eligibility for membership with ACA, PACFA, or equivalent body.

  • Demonstrated experience counselling children and adolescents, including case management and interagency collaboration.

  • Knowledge of child protection, trauma-informed care and current best practice in student wellbeing.

  • Current NSW Working with Children Check.

  • Demonstrated experience in the following competencies:

    • Working with People

    • Adhering to Principles and Values

    • Planning and Organising

    • Adapting and Responding to Change

 

Commencement
The role will commence at the start of the 2027 school year – Tuesday 19 January 2027. 

Salary & Conditions
The full-time equivalent (FTE) annual salary for this role is approximately $85,000-$114,000, depending on skills and experience. The position is term-time only (approximately 42 weeks per year, including paid annual leave), offering additional non-working weeks during school holiday periods. The salary is pro-rated to reflect the weeks worked and is paid in equal fortnightly instalments throughout the year. This role is remunerated under the Christian Schools General Staff Multi-Enterprise Agreement. 

 

How to Apply:
Visit our website to access the Employment Application Form:
www.charlton.nsw.edu.au/employment 

Submit your completed form with a cover letter and resume directly to employment@charlton.nsw.edu.au.

Applications close: Friday 13 November 2026
Enquiries: Please contact Benton Craig on (02) 4959 9111