Student Welfare Officer
Student Welfare Officer
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Job Description
Salary Range:$67369 full-time equivalent plus superannuation
Employment Status:Part-time
Eligibility:Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date:Immediate
About Mother Teresa Primary
Mother Teresa School is a Catholic ELCYear 6 school located in Canberras Gungahlin region proudly serving the diverse local community. Purpose-built interconnected learning spaces support flexible team-based teaching and enable contemporary inclusive practices that meet the needs of all learners. The school places a strong emphasis on student wellbeing delivering targeted mental health programs and embracing an evidence-based approach that fosters critical thinking and deep engagement. Staff are supported by a collaborative professional culture structured mentoring and access to ongoing development opportunities. With a rich co-curricular program a commitment to educational excellence and a values-driven environment Mother Teresa School offers educators the opportunity to grow contribute meaningfully and thrive within a dynamic and supportive setting.
About the Role
The Student Welfare Officer plays a vital role in supporting the well-being of students by providing pastoral care services and fostering a safe inclusive and nurturing school environment. Working closely with the Principal and broader school community the Student Welfare Officer implements wellbeing strategies accompanies students on excursions and coordinates volunteer activities that strengthen connections between students and their communities. They also engage with families through workshops and meetings contributing to a whole-school approach to student care. This position is well-suited to someone with a strong understanding of social and emotional development in children a passion for supporting young people and the ability to respond with empathy and creativity to diverse needs.
Benefits and Opportunities
- 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
- Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
- Support for professional development and study opportunities
- Access our People Wellbeing ProgramFlourish
- Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice
Qualifications
- Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP)
- Completed Certificate IV Youth Work; or
- Completed Certificate IV Pastoral Care; or
- Diploma or Bachelors in a relevant field.
Application Process
Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position position involves working with is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.
CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.
For further information about the School please visit our about theCatholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited(CECG) can be accessedhere.
Position-specific queries:Please contact Carmel Maguireon0or via email .
Application queries:Please contact the Recruitment team on or via email.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Temp
