School Counsellor

Area / composite (Years 1–15), Certificated teacher

Belonging / Mana Whenua, Contribution / Mana Tangata, Communication / Mana Reo, Exploration / Mana Aoturoa, Well-being / Mana Atua

FTE 1.0 permanent, start date 26 January

Haeata Community Campus – Y1–13 area school

We are seeking a permanent counsellor, to work within our Hauora team, alongside another counsellor, social worker and other external providers.

About the role

The counsellor will :

Provide individual and group counselling for akonga with a range of social, emotional, and behavioural needs.

Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team, including learning support staff, social workers, and outside professionals.

Contribute to a schoolwide culture of wellbeing and safe practice.

Support initiatives that strengthen resilience, belonging, and positive relationships among akonga.

Applicant(s) will need to :

Be skilled in building trusting relationships with akonga, whanau, and staff.

Have experience in working with children and / or young people, and be committed to engaging with whanau as much as possible.

Be willing to work in creative ways, including group programmes and activities, that engage tamariki and rangatahi.

Be committed to working collaboratively with the team members, whanau, staff and external partners to provide counselling and wellbeing services for our school community.

Have a strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and apply its principles in their everyday practice.

Demonstrate cultural competence and a commitment to working effectively with Maori, Pasifika, and diverse learners.

Be reflective, empathetic, and committed to continuous professional growth.

Have a clear understanding of ethical practice, confidentiality, and professional boundaries.

Qualifications and requirements :

Relevant qualification in counselling (e.g. Bachelor of Counselling or equivalent)

Be a trained teacher and hold current registration

Membership (or eligibility) with NZAC, NZCCA, or an equivalent professional body.

If this sounds like you, we welcome your inquiries and application.

Please send your CV and cover letter to :

Physical address : 240 Breezes Road, Wainoni, Christchurch

Postal Address : PO Box

• , Aranui, Christchurch,

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