Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Illawarra Mercury

School Support Officer - Student Wellbeing Officer (20 hours per fortnight)

Posted: 5 days ago

Job Description

A temporary part time position commencing 27 January until 11 December 2026. The position is 5 hours per day, two days per week (days are negotiable).This position supports the school’s pastoral care leader/school leadership by undertaking a variety of tasks to enhance student wellbeing and ensure students have the opportunity to be successful at school.Essential Selection CriteriaA commitment to the mission and purpose of the Catholic School within the broader Catholic Church.Ability to recognise confidential issues as they arise and to treat them with the sensitivity required.DESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIADemonstrated experience in a similar role.The Following GENERAL CAPABILITIES Are Applicable To The RoleWell-developed interpersonal skills.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Ability to relate effectively with parents/carers,staff and students.Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.Demonstrated positive attitude to innovation and change.Experience And QualificationsMinimum qualification is a Certificate IV in an appropriate discipline including competencies in: mental health and making appropriate referrals; and providing pastoral care, and/or working with youth.INDICATIVE DUTIESImprove the wellbeing, resilience and pro-social behaviours of students by working in partnership with the school community to prioritise and deliver small group evidence-based intervention, programs and strategies.Enhance student learning and wellbeing outcomes by identifying and establishing support networks for students with staff, the school community, and locally-based.Complete the professional learning package in responding to and preventing cyberbullying delivered by the Office of the eSafety Commissioner within three months of commencing NSWP services and refresh this professional learning at least once every two and a half years.Working with Government services and community agencies.Support students in times of transition.Support data collection processes to evaluate and feedback on school-based wellbeing programs and strategies.Support the implementation of the school’s whole-school approach to PB4L, pastoral care, student wellbeing priorities, and build positive community relationships.WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCEThis role is classified as a child related work and therefore a working with children clearance is required prior to your commencement with us.POSITION APPLICATIONTo submit your Application please select the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement.Closing date: 9 November 2025 at 5pm

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