School-Based Youth Worker – Wellbeing & Learning

Hester Hornbrook Academy Ltd; Geelong; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hester Hornbrook Academy seeks a Youth Worker to support student wellbeing and educational outcomes across campus. The role involves classroom presence, outreach, and collaboration with families and external services to deliver holistic support.

You will work within a hub, contribute to ongoing welfare strategies, and participate in school activities and curriculum development to align with HOPE and NCCD guidelines.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Youth Work, Social Work, Community Services or related discipline.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience working with LGBTQI+ and diverse cultural backgrounds in a trauma-informed setting.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice and restorative justice principles.

Responsibilities

• Create and advocate for students’ wellbeing and learning by collaborating within a multidisciplinary hub.
• Engage with students, families, carers and community including outreach; provide leadership through supervision.
• Participate in school life: timetabled duties, camps, meetings, performance reviews and professional learning.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation (Sentral SMS) and support policy compliance.

Skills

Collaboration

Trauma-informed

Outreach

Documentation

Education

Youth Work / Social Work / Community Services qualification

Job description

Hester Hornbrook Academy seeks a Youth Worker to support student wellbeing and educational outcomes across campus. The role involves classroom presence, outreach, and collaboration with families and external services to deliver holistic support.

You will work within a hub, contribute to ongoing welfare strategies, and participate in school activities and curriculum development to align with HOPE and NCCD guidelines.