Student Welfare Officer

Salary Range: $67,369 full-time equivalent plus superannuation. 
Employment Status: Part-time | 12 hours per fortnight | Contract for the remainder of the 2026 school year 
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Negotiable 

At St. Thomas More’s, we are dedicated to creating a secure atmosphere where children can flourish; building self-esteem and resilience through engaging, well-rounded education. Our dedicated teachers inspire a love for learning, while our dynamic community fosters strong friendships and collaboration. With a focus on holistic development, we prepare students not just academically, but also socially and emotionally, empowering them to become confident, compassionate individuals. Join us in nurturing the next generation in a school where every child can truly shine.  

A Student Welfare Officer plays a crucial role in ensuring students are safe, supported, and able to succeed both academically and personally. They act as a trusted point of contact for students facing challenges, helping to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where all individuals feel valued. By addressing wellbeing concerns early and promoting positive behaviours, they contribute to improved engagement, resilience, and overall student outcomes. Ultimately, their work supports not just academic success, but the development of confident, capable, and emotionally healthy young people.

 

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 to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services 
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment 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 and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.

For further information about the School please visit the website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here.   

Position-specific queries: Luke Donnelly on 02 6249 8869 or via email luke.donnelly@cg.catholic.edu.au. 
Application queries: Recruitment Team on  02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.