Guidance counsellor

Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Guidance counsellor

English, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science, Social sciences, Technology, Te reo Māori, The arts

Pukekohe High School is seeking a qualified counsellor to join our guidance team in term one, 28 January 2026. If you are passionate about empowering young students and fostering their success, we want to hear from you.

PHS is a growing school on the southern fringes of Auckland, with a diverse student community. Our vision, Whiria te taangata, whiria te angituu – Weave the people, create success, sets an aspirational goal for our kura. Our values Manaakitanga, Kotahitanga, Aarahitanga and Puumautanga are at the heart of our work. We believe that students thrive in learning environments that are relational, challenging, and connected. As a member of our team, you will be supported to grow your professional practice and play a key role in modelling and supporting our values in action.

Permanent, part-time 3 days, 20 hours per week position, commencing 28 January 2026 or by negotiation. $35 per hour, term time only.

Ideal candidate will be passionate about working with young people and able to thrive in a busy school environment. They will have the skills to competently manage their own caseload of clients while also navigating and appropriately responding to a crisis if needed. They will have the discernment around balancing therapeutic support of our students within a school context and able to work collaboratively within the school’s pastoral team.

We are seeking the right fit for our busy guidance team, and we offer a rewarding and supportive environment to work in that is positive and fun.

Previous experience as a school counsellor or experience in a similar role is an advantage.

Come and join our staff and help inspire our young students to do the very best in all things!

How to apply

Please send your CV, cover letter and application form, and direct enquiries to :

Physical address :

14 Harris Street, Pukekohe

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