Student Wellbeing & Pastoral Support Officer

Catholic Education Office Diocese of Wollongong; Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Education Office Diocese of Wollongong – Varroville NSW is seeking a part-time School Support Officer focusing on student wellbeing. The role supports pastoral care leadership with diverse tasks aimed at enhancing student wellbeing and successful school engagement.

The position is temporary, 20 hours per fortnight, commencing 28 January 2027 and concluding 26 January 2028, with an emphasis on collaboration, sensitivity, and a commitment to Catholic schooling principles.

Qualifications

• Commitment to the mission of Catholic schooling.
• Ability to recognise confidential issues and handle them sensitively.
• Experience in a similar role is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Improve student wellbeing and resilience through targeted, small-group interventions.
• Build support networks for students with staff and community.
• Complete cyberbullying prevention training within 3 months of starting NSWP services and refresh later.
• Collaborate with government services and community agencies.
• Support students through transitions.
• Assist data collection to evaluate wellbeing programs.
• Support PB4L and pastoral care implementation across the school.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written & oral communication

Parent/carer engagement

Teamwork

Innovation & adaptability

Education

Certificate IV in related discipline

Job description

Catholic Education Office Diocese of Wollongong – Varroville NSW is seeking a part-time School Support Officer focusing on student wellbeing. The role supports pastoral care leadership with diverse tasks aimed at enhancing student wellbeing and successful school engagement.

The position is temporary, 20 hours per fortnight, commencing 28 January 2027 and concluding 26 January 2028, with an emphasis on collaboration, sensitivity, and a commitment to Catholic schooling principles.