Pastoral Care Coordinator

MacKillop; Canberra; On-site; AUD 139,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Catalyst training

Paid parental leave 24 weeks

Paid parental leave up to 14 weeks

Professional development support

Flourish Wellbeing Program access

Opportunities to transfer within Arch/

Archdiocese network opportunities

Job summary

St Mary MacKillop College, Canberra, is seeking a Pastoral Care Coordinator to support student wellbeing and personal development in a coeducational Catholic secondary school. This middle leadership role collaborates with staff, families and mid-level leaders to deliver a holistic pastoral program.

The role leads a team of Pastoral Care Teachers to implement and evaluate wellbeing content beyond the academic curriculum, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching required.
• WWVP clearance for ACT Working with Vulnerable People required.
• TQI registration required for ACT teaching.
• Accreditation per Canberra and Goulburn Catholic Education policies required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the wellbeing of students in the year cohort.
• Collaborate with Assistant Principal Pastoral Care and Director of Student Wellbeing.
• Lead a team of Pastoral Care Teachers to implement and evaluate the Pastoral Program.
• Support a caring, inclusive school environment across the campus network.

Education

Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching

ACT Working with Vulnerable People clearance

ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration

Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 17 November 2026

St Mary MacKillop College is seeking to appoint a Pastoral Care Coordinator to support the wellbeing and personal development of students within the context of a coeducational Catholic secondary school. This middle leadership position plays a critical role in the day-to-day life of students. The successful applicant will work closely with staff, students, and families to foster a caring, respectful, and inclusive school environment.

Salary Range: $154,326plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Employment Status: Full-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: Monday, 25 January 2027, Term One

About St Mary MacKillop College

St Mary MacKillop College is Canberra’s largest secondary school, operating across two campuses: Years 7 to 9 at our Padua Campus inWanniassa, and Years 10 to 12 at our St Peter’s Campus in Isabella Plains. As part of the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG), we are connected to a wider network of 56 Catholic schools and nine Early LearningCentresacross the region. Our diverse and talented teaching staff brings a wealth of experience and expertise from various backgrounds, creating a friendly and supportive environment that enriches the learning experience. We offer a wide range of curriculum options, excellent facilities, and numerous co-curricular opportunities. At MacKillop, we provide staff with pathways to leadership, access to professional learning and wellbeing programs, flexible working arrangements, and support for those transitioning from primary to secondary teaching. We are proud of our inclusive and welcoming community, as well as our strong culture of quality teaching and learning, which is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where every student can thrive.

About the Role

The Pastoral Care Coordinator is responsible for the wellbeing of students in their year cohort. They work in collaboration with the Assistant Principal Pastoral Care and Director of Student Wellbeing, and in partnership with other middle leaders in the College, to oversee the holistic development of students in their care with the aim of improving each student’s academic growth. The Pastoral Care Coordinator leads a team of Pastoral Care Teachers in the development, implementation and evaluation of an innovative Pastoral Program covering content not in the academic curriculum.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
• 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

Qualifications and Eligibility

• Bachelor of Teaching/Education or Master of Teaching
• ACT Working with Vulnerable Peopleclearance (WWVP)
• ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

For further information about the School please visit the website. Information about the CACGELcan be accessed here .

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Secondary
Gender: Coed

2078 Students
169 TeachingStaff
66 Non-Teaching Staff