Counsellor

Toongabbie Christian College is a Kindergarten to Year 12 co-educational College in the western suburbs of Sydney. The College is a ministry of Toongabbie Baptist Church. Our purpose is providing a Christ-centred education for life and eternity.

Toongabbie Christian College seeks to appoint a Counsellor who will:

• Maintain a commitment to a faithful walk with the Lord Jesus Christ
• Demonstrate ongoing commitment to the College’s Purpose and Purpose statements
• Commit to a growing understanding of the place of education, teaching and learning from a Biblical Worldview
• Set an example to students, staff and parents/carers in matters of faith and conduct

The Role

• This is a permanent full-time role: Monday to Friday, 8.00am – 4.00pm.
• Commencing February – March 2026 (negotiable).
• The role operates on a 48-week work year, with annual leave to be taken during the December – January school holiday period.
• Appointment in accordance with the current NSW Christian Schools General Staff Multi-Enterprise Agreement
• The College is passionate about your professional growth. In addition to internal supervision, a clinical supervision package is provided to support you in meeting your annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements.
• Role description available at www.tcc.nsw.edu.au

Specific Criteria

• Current registration/membership as an Australian counsellor, social worker or psychologist and relevant tertiary qualification experience (minimum AQF Level 8)
• Current registration/membership with a relevant Australian Association such as AHPRA, PACFA, or AASW.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the Australian Psychological Society (APS) ethical guidelines and a professional commitment to upholding these guidelines.
• Two years postgraduate experience in counselling children and adolescents using brief, evidence-based modalities
• Understanding of Australian Child Protection legislation
• Commitment and ability to deliver counselling services across a K-12 environment

Application documentation must include:

• Completed and signed Toongabbie Christian College General Staff Employment Application form available at www.tcc.nsw.edu.au
• Full CV to demonstrate suitability for the role, including qualifications, relevant experience, current responsibilities and employment history
• Certified copies of qualifications
• Current Working With Children Check or an ability to obtain such a check
• Evidence of a First Aid credential or a commitment to obtain such a credential by the commencement date

Application process

• Only applicants eligible to work in Australia may apply for this role
• Submit application via email only – employment@tcc.nsw.edu.au
• Indicate in subject line the following: Application: Counsellor
• ALL DOCUMENTATION SUBMITTED AS A SINGLE PDF DOCUMENT
• Specific enquiries regarding this role may be addressed to Ms McCarthy, Psychologist, 02 88632952, psychologist@tcc.nsw.edu.au

Selection process

• Closing date for applications: Friday, 6 February 2026 at 2.00pm AEDST
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed by Monday, 9 February 2026
• Interviews are set for Tuesday, 10 February 2026 from 10.00am. Candidates must be available in person for the scheduled interviews.

The College as a Safe School Organisation actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all children. We are committed to protecting children from abuse or harm, in accordance with our legal and ethical obligations including Child Safe Standards. All applicants need to have a current Working with Children Check or be eligible to obtain a WWCC by the time employment commences.