Mary MacKillop Catholic College | Highfields | P-12

Fixed term | 7 October 2025 to 27 June 2026

Part time | 4 days per week (24 hours for teacher qualified or 30.4 hours for non-teacher qualified candidates)

Guidance Counsellor | $123,708 - $131,629 per annum + super (pro rata)

Applications close Friday 15 August 2025

Toowoomba Catholic Schools (TCS) is a highly regarded, progressive system of 32 schools located in Toowoomba, the Darling Downs and South-West Queensland. With a vision of enabling full and flourishing lives, our focus is on progress through innovation. With the highest rate of enrolment growth in Queensland Catholic schools and enviable student achievement in academic, sporting and cultural pursuits– we have much to offer families, students and staff alike.

The opportunity

This role will see you work collaboratively with staff, students and parents to provide a counselling service that facilitates learning outcomes for students and enables quality teaching.

During weekends and paid school vacation periods, you will not be required to attend work, however attendance may be required in the event of a critical incident.

Further details can be obtained from the Role Description.

About you

Relevant tertiary qualification in Psychology or Guidance Counselling coupled with a minimum of 2 years' experience relevant to a school setting.

Effective relationship building and influencing skills, advanced interpersonal and communication skills, proven and effective leadership skills.

As a faith-based organisation, we foster an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs, is valued, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and beliefs that enrich the Catholic identity of our workplaces.

About the college
Mary MacKillop Catholic College offers a vibrant and caring community that nurtures the uniqueness of each student and provides an education that is liberating and empowering. The dedication of the expert educators and support staff to exemplary teaching practice leads to continuous improvement in students’ learning outcomes and inspires academic, cultural, spiritual and sporting excellence. At Mary MacKillop Catholic College, staff believe that education must be liberating, empowering, and nurturing. Promoting belonging - where every voice matters - students grow into outstanding young men and women, ready to take their place in the world, and live a life of service to their community.

Grow with us

As a Guidance Counsellor with Toowoomba Catholic Schools, you will be joining a network of 32 schools, who, with the Toowoomba Catholic Schools Office form Toowoomba Catholic school’s system. Through our shared purpose, enabling full and flourishing lives we support staff and students to reach their potential.

You will receive regular support from your principal and visiting Education Officers - experts who will help you advance your Guidance Counselling skills and support you in providing the best possible counselling services to three school communities. You will also be a part of a network of Guidance Counsellors and given the opportunity to attend targeted professional development hosted by the Toowoomba Catholic Schools Office.

The communities you will be joining

Just a scenic 20-minute drive from the Toowoomba CBD, Highfields is a rapidly expanding suburb, equipped with all amenities including supermarkets, doctor surgeries, pharmacies and dental practices. With breathtaking mountain and rural views and excellent sporting facilities, Highfields is the ideal place to live and work. Beautiful parks, delightful walking tracks and a historical village also make this a lovely spot to spend some time exploring.

How to apply

Please address your application to Chris Gabbett, Principal, Mary MacKillop Catholic College, Highfields. Click ‘apply’ to submit and include

a written response, of no more than two pages, highlighting your demonstrated experience and relevant skills as they relate to the Key Result Areas in the Role Description

your resume

If you require further information about this role, please contact the Principal, Chris Gabbett by emailing [email protected]

Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

For more information about Toowoomba Catholic Schools visit our website.

Employment will be in accordance with the Catholic Employers Single Enterprise Collective Agreement – Diocesan Schools of Queensland 2023-2026.