Botany Downs Secondary College · Auckland
Head of Counselling
SecondaryFull-time, Permanent
Botany Downs Secondary College in Auckland is seeking a full-time, permanent Head of Counselling for its Years 7–15 wharekura, starting Term 1, 2027, or earlier by negotiation. This 52-week role leads the counselling service and contributes to student wellbeing strategy, working with students, caregivers, staff and external agencies. Applicants need current NZAC or equivalent membership and experience counselling young people.
- Full-time, permanent, 52-week position
- Start Term 1, 2027, or earlier
- Leads the school counselling service
- NZAC or equivalent membership required
Closes in 8 days
Applications close 13 Nov 2026, 4pm.
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About the role
Lead the counselling service within the Student Support Services Team, supporting students across Years 7–15. This permanent, full-time role covers 52 weeks and starts in Term 1, 2027, or earlier by agreement. The position provides professional leadership for counselling and contributes to the school’s wider student wellbeing direction; the appointee may also be a registered teacher.
What they’re looking for
- Current NZAC membership or equivalent professional registration
- Leadership experience in counselling services
- Individual counselling experience with young people
- Secondary school counselling experience preferred
- Experience with restorative conversations and processes
- Needs assessment, referrals, and external agency liaison experience
About the school
Botany Downs Secondary College is an Auckland secondary school and wharekura serving diverse students.
How to apply
Complete the BDSC application form and submit it with a cover letter and CV through the school’s stated application channel. Applications close on 13 November 2026.
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The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Role
- Guidance counsellor
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Listed
- 29 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Start Term 1, 2027 (or earlier by negotiation). Are you an experienced counselling leader who is passionate about helping young people thrive? We are seeking a Head of Counselling to lead our counselling service and join our collaborative Student Support…”
The school
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 1,992
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 575 Chapel Road, Botany Downs, Auckland
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