Careers Counsellor

About the RoleSt Peters Lutheran College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Careers Counsellor to join our Secondary Years team. You will play a key role in guiding students as they explore future study, training and career opportunities through a holistic and evidence-based career development program. Offering the flexibility of a two-day-per-week, term-time schedule, this role is ideal for an experienced education or careers professional looking to balance professional contribution with other commitments. You will build meaningful relationships with students and families, develop innovative career education programs, and connect learners with tertiary, industry and employment pathways that support their future success.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop, implement and evaluate contemporary career education programs aligned to the Australian Blueprint for Career Development.Provide individual and group careers counselling services that support informed pathway and post-school decision-making.Guide students and families through tertiary, vocational training, scholarship and international application processes.Build and maintain strong partnerships with universities, industry, employers and external organisations to enhance student opportunities.Lead the development and management of current career resources, information services and Careers Centre programs.Monitor emerging education, employment and labour market trends and communicate relevant insights to students, families and staff.What You BringCurrent Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) registration.Qualifications in Career Counselling and professional membership of a Career Industry Council of Australia affiliated organisation.Demonstrated experience developing and delivering inclusive career education programs for secondary students.Comprehensive knowledge of senior secondary, tertiary and vocational education pathways, including QCAA, IB, VET and university entry requirements.Strong relationship-building skills with students, staff, parents, tertiary providers, industry representatives and external stakeholders.Commitment to ongoing professional learning and maintaining current knowledge of career development trends and labour market information.Commitment to the College's Christian ethos and values.About UsSt Peters Lutheran College is a Co-Educational Day and Boarding School of the Lutheran Church located on 52 acres just 7 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Established in 1945, St Peters has developed an enviable reputation in academic scholarship, pastoral care, and breadth of co-curricular programs, through which it seeks to provide an exceptional student experience. Together, academic staff and corporate staff provide an outstanding educational environment for students to grow and flourish.How to ApplyTo apply, please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae, demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the Position Description by clicking on the Apply button provided. Applications close at 10 AM on Friday 18 September 2026.The Panel will be shortlisting actively as applications are submitted. The College reserves the right to close the role earlier or extend the process as required.If you have any questions, please contact People and Culture on 07 3377 6583 or at peopleandculture@stpeters.qld.edu.auA copy of the Position Description can be found below.For more information about working at St Peters Lutheran College and the benefits on offer, please visit www.stpeters.qld.edu.au.Position Description AUD Indooroopilly 4068

Careers Counsellor

  • Enjoy a two day per week, term time position offering a meaningful impact
  • Play a key role in shaping students' future pathways
  • Support students and families in navigating an evolving world of work

About the Role

St Peters Lutheran College is seeking a dedicated and experienced Careers Counsellor to join our Secondary Years team. You will play a key role in guiding students as they explore future study, training and career opportunities through a holistic and evidence-based career development program. 

Offering the flexibility of a two-day-per-week, term-time schedule, this role is ideal for an experienced education or careers professional looking to balance professional contribution with other commitments. You will build meaningful relationships with students and families, develop innovative career education programs, and connect learners with tertiary, industry and employment pathways that support their future success.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop, implement and evaluate contemporary career education programs aligned to the Australian Blueprint for Career Development.
  • Provide individual and group careers counselling services that support informed pathway and post-school decision-making.
  • Guide students and families through tertiary, vocational training, scholarship and international application processes.
  • Build and maintain strong partnerships with universities, industry, employers and external organisations to enhance student opportunities.
  • Lead the development and management of current career resources, information services and Careers Centre programs.
  • Monitor emerging education, employment and labour market trends and communicate relevant insights to students, families and staff.
What You Bring
  • Current Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) registration.
  • Qualifications in Career Counselling and professional membership of a Career Industry Council of Australia affiliated organisation.
  • Demonstrated experience developing and delivering inclusive career education programs for secondary students.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of senior secondary, tertiary and vocational education pathways, including QCAA, IB, VET and university entry requirements.
  • Strong relationship-building skills with students, staff, parents, tertiary providers, industry representatives and external stakeholders.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional learning and maintaining current knowledge of career development trends and labour market information.
  • Commitment to the College's Christian ethos and values.

About Us

St Peters Lutheran College is a Co-Educational Day and Boarding School of the Lutheran Church located on 52 acres just 7 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Established in 1945, St Peters has developed an enviable reputation in academic scholarship, pastoral care, and breadth of co-curricular programs, through which it seeks to provide an exceptional student experience. Together, academic staff and corporate staff provide an outstanding educational environment for students to grow and flourish.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae, demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the Position Description by clicking on the Apply button provided. Applications close at 10 AM on Friday 18 September 2026.

The Panel will be shortlisting actively as applications are submitted. The College reserves the right to close the role earlier or extend the process as required.

If you have any questions, please contact People and Culture on 07 3377 6583 or at peopleandculture@stpeters.qld.edu.au

A copy of the Position Description can be found below.

For more information about working at St Peters Lutheran College and the benefits on offer, please visit www.stpeters.qld.edu.au.

Eligibility requirements to work within a Queensland School

All Teachers in Queensland must be registered to teach with the QCT. To find out more about teacher registration requirements and processes please go to the QCT website here.