Occupational Therapist

Penola Catholic College Broadmeadows; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for professional develop

Supportive Catholic school community

Collaborative team environment where你的

Job summary

Penola Catholic College Broadmeadows in Melbourne is seeking an innovative Occupational Therapist to join a supportive, collaborative team. The role involves working with staff to plan and implement learning programs for students with additional needs and to support wellbeing and safety across the school.

The successful candidate will collaborate with leaders to develop operations that enhance student learning outcomes and foster a respectful, confidential work culture within a Catholic

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative duties and confidentiality.
• Experience in a large secondary college would be advantageous.
• Must have a valid Working With Children Check.
• Demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and student wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teaching staff and wellbeing leaders to plan and implement learning programs for students with additional needs.
• Support school leadership in determining priorities and policy to enhance student safety and learning.
• Foster a positive team environment and provide guidance to colleagues.

Job description

Penola Catholic College Broadmeadows – Broadmeadows VIC

Full time

3d ago , from Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools

• A welcoming and supportive working environment
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the development and lives of students

We have a fantastic opportunity for an innovative and experienced Occupational Therapist to join Penola Catholic College and work in a supportive and collaborative environment.

The role involves working closely with teaching staff, Learning Diversity Leaders and Student Wellbeing Leaders to ensure that students with additional needs receive the necessary support to learn and achieve their full potential including developing, planning and implementing a learning program for students.

Under broad direction, the Occupational Therapist supports school leadership in determining priorities and practices, through the application of specialist professional knowledge, skills and expertise to develop operational strategies and policy to enhance student safety and wellbeing and facilitate successful learning.

The role will also foster a positive and motivated team environment, providing guidance and encouragement to help team members fulfill both individual and collective responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism and maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information encountered in the role, ensuring a respectful and ethical approach to all responsibilities.

About You

To be successful you will have previous experience in administrative duties and be able to maintain confidentiality. Previous experience working in a large secondary College would be advantageous. You must have a valid Working With Children Check.

You will also have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children.

Why Work With Us

We will provide you with:

• Opportunities for professional development
• An opportunity to make a real difference in the development and lives of students
• Supportive and welcoming Catholic school community
• Collaborative team environment where your ideas are valued

Please review the attached Position Description available on the Penola Catholic College Website for further information

Applications close 11.59pm Wednesday 18 November 2026.

About Penola Catholic College

Penola Catholic College is a co-educational college for students from years 7-12 with two campuses in the Northern suburbs of Melbourne. College campuses are situated in Glenroy, which caters for years 7 and 8, and the senior campus in Broadmeadows that features years 9 to 12 and a total college enrolment of approximately 1,400 students.

We provide students with real life learning opportunities and experiences that will prepare them for the “business of living”.

Penola Catholic College is an equal opportunity employer that promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.

Candidates must hold a valid visa and/or full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.