Manawatu/Whanganui · 1HAucs
Guidance Counsellor
Cornerstone Christian School
Part-time (0.5 FTTE), Fixed-term (15 Feb to 19 Nov 2027)Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Guidance counsellor
Listed Not specified · Closes 12 Nov 2026
About the role
As part of our Christ-centred pastoral team, you will provide professional counselling and wellbeing support that helps students flourish academically, emotionally, socially, spiritually, and personally. You will work closely with students, whānau, staff, and external agencies to ensure young people are supported, encouraged, and empowered to succeed. About you You will: be a qualified counsellor with professional counselling membership or eligibility demonstrate empathy, wisdom, integrity, and professional judgement build trusting relationships with young people and their families be committed to professional excellence and ongoing learning value collaboration and contribute positively to a caring school community support and uphold the special character and values of the school. In this role you will: provide professional counselling services for students support student wellbeing, resilience, and positive mental health assist students through challenging circumstances, including grief, trauma, and personal difficulties partner with families and staff to develop effective support strategies contribute to a safe, inclusive, and Christ-centred school culture. Play a key role in pastoral care and student wellbeing initiatives. This is an opportunity to use your professional skills and faith to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people every day.
Learning-area tags: Hauora, Health and physical education
How to apply
Rebecca Jorgensen, Principal's PA Phone06 356 7326 Emailvacancy@cornerstone.ac.nz
Official Gazette listing ↗School details
- Address
- 119 Mihaere Drive, Kelvin Grove, Palmerston North