College Counsellor - Maternity Leave (Immediate start - Term 3, 2026)

Victory Lutheran College


Counsellors / Psychologists

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.74 FTE)

Applications Close: 31 October 2025


Victory is welcoming a caring College Counsellor to help guide and support our students’ wellbeing journey.

<ul> <li><strong>Part-time Maternity Leave Max. Term Contract</strong></li> <li><strong>A leading Foundation to 12 school in regional NE Victoria</strong></li> <li><strong>Be part of a dedicated and supportive team&nbsp;</strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>Are you a dedicated College Counsellor passionate about making a meaningful difference in students’ lives every day?</strong></p> <p>Victory are inviting applications from passionate and committed Counsellors to join our College Community for an immediate start.</p> <p>The College Counsellor (known internally as the Wellbeing Mentor) provides a professional and confidential counselling service to Victory Lutheran College students, and where appropriate staff and families, to promote emotional health and well-being. The role enables our students to be supported and develop a resilience to help them cope with difficulties they face.&nbsp;</p> <p>​As a Counsellor with Victory, you will be engaging and contributing to our diverse Victory community on a daily basis, with your can-do attitude. You will empower students towards their true potential, while exploring their creativity and helping them flourish.</p> <p>The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in a Counselling (or similar) role, within a school environment would be an advantage. The successful candidate will also be required to hold a current Victorian Working with Children Check and be willing to undertake a National Criminal Record Check.</p> <p>Our staff model compassion and respect, guiding students to engage thoughtfully with others and act with integrity and fairness. Our community values inclusion and support, ensuring every learner feels a strong sense of belonging and is empowered to contribute meaningfully to their world.&nbsp;</p> <p>Relationships are central to our College culture. We build strong connections, helping students understand themselves and their place in the community. By working collaboratively with colleagues and upholding the Christian ethos and mission of the College, staff create an environment where everyone can thrive.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Our Benefits</strong></p> <p>At Victory, we offer staff a range of benefits and entitlements and are constantly looking at ways to provide and improve an optimum working environment. Some things we offer are:</p> <ul> <li>Competitive salaries</li> <li>Staff discounts on tuition fees</li> <li>Extensive Teacher resources</li> <li>Employee assistance program for you and your family</li> <li>Fitness Passport to local recreation facilities</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Statement of Faith</strong></p> <p>Victory Lutheran College is a Lutheran school and offers a Lutheran education to all, regardless of background. The College recognises that each person is uniquely positioned to be a blessing in the lives of others, and that leaders have particular influence over those that they are entrusted to lead. All Staff are expected to model and promote a life lived in accordance with the College’s Lutheran faith, in word and action.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><i>“Victory Lutheran College acknowledges the traditional owners and custodians of country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the elders past, present and emerging.”</i></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>VICTORY IS A CHILD SAFE COMMUNITY</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>How to apply?</strong></p> <p>Review the attached <strong>College Counsellor - Application Package, </strong>that includes the Position Description and Application Guidelines.&nbsp;</p> <p>Send your application to <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:employment@vlc.vic.edu.au?subject=College%20Counsellor%20-%20Maternity%20Leave%20%28Immediate%20start%20-%20Term%203%2C%202026%29%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>employment@vlc.vic.edu.au</a>?subject=2026%20PRIMARY%20TEACHERS%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29?subject=College%20Counsellor%20-%20Maternity%20Leave%20%28Immediate%20start%20-%20Term%203%2C%202026%29%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong></strong></a><strong><a href="mailto:employment@vlc.vic.edu.au?subject=College%20Counsellor%20-%20Maternity%20Leave%20%28Immediate%20start%20-%20Term%203%2C%202026%29%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">employment@vlc.vic.edu.au</a></strong> with the subject line <i><strong>Confidential - College Counsellor.</strong></i></p> <p>Include the following (in MS Word or PDF format):</p> <ul> <li>a covering letter (no more than 1 page);</li> <li>your Resume/CV detailing employment history;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Applications Close: 9am on&nbsp;Friday, 31st October 2025</strong></p> <p><strong>PLEASE NOTE: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may be filled before the closing date if a suitable applicant is identified.</strong></p> <p><strong>The successful candidate will also be required to hold a current Victorian WWCC and be willing to undertake a National Criminal Record Check.</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.vlc.vic.edu.au/about-us/employment" rel="nofollow">https://www.vlc.vic.edu.au/about-us/employment</a></p>