Wellbeing Worker

Catholic Education Sandhurst; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Doxa School Bendigo, part of Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited, is seeking an experienced Wellbeing Worker to support students and families with wellbeing and engagement. This fixed-term, full-time role contributes to a caring, Catholic ethos and supports classrooms, small groups, or one-on-one sessions to foster resilience and inclusion.

You will collaborate with staff to meet diverse student needs, uphold safeguarding standards, and participate in professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience supporting wellbeing and behaviour in school settings.
• Ability to engage with diverse families and students.
• Commitment to safeguarding and Catholic ethos.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom activities and student engagement.
• Provide structured wellbeing support to improve outcomes.
• Contribute to an inclusive education environment.
• Offer care and wellbeing support where needed.

Skills

Nurturing demeanor

Behaviour support

Communication skills

Collaborative work

Tools

WWCC

Police Check

Job description

19h ago , from Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited

• Full time

Doxa School Bendigo is seeking an experienced Wellbeing Worker who has a passion for working with young people and their
families to improve their educational outcomes. This is an exciting, fixed-term opportunity to be part of Catholic Education in the Sandhurst Diocese.

Your role includes:

Supporting classroom activities and student engagement

Providing structured wellbeing support to improve individual outcomes

Contributing to a culturally inclusive education

Offering care and wellbeing support where needed

If you're passionate about helping every child thrive, we'd love to hear from you!

The Position

FTE: 1.0

Employment Status: 12 month fixed term (18/01/2027 - 16/01/2028)

Other Requirements: WWCC, Police Check

Doxa School Bendigo is a welcoming Catholic school where every student is known, valued, and supported. Our committed staff provide engaging, innovative learning experiences that foster academic, spiritual, and personal development. We pride ourselves on a strong sense of community, ensuring a nurturing and purpose-driven environment for all.

About You

You bring a nurturing presence and strong behaviour support skills to help create safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments.

You communicate effectively and work collaboratively with all staff to meet the diverse needs of students.

You are committed to upholding the Catholic ethos and values of our school community in your daily interactions and support.

You are enthusiastic, compassionate, and ready to assist in classrooms, small groups, or one-on-one settings to foster student growth and confidence.

You hold a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) and understand the importance of safeguarding and whole person work.

What We Offer You

• A supportive and engaged school community.
• A rewarding position within Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited.
• Opportunities to work with a diverse group of students and staff.
• Engagement with a school community that celebrates inclusivity, faith, and shared values.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.
• A strong commitment to student welfare and holistic development.
• In 2025, a diocesan first, a comprehensive and exciting new learning and teaching program was simultaneously launched across over 50 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese.
• Magnify Sandhurst will be introduced across 2025 to 2027, with each phase designed to bring measurable improvements in each learning environment.
• Magnify Sandhurst is set to transform learning for students with more specific and explicit teaching practices, bringing greater consistency and a more predictable and effective education experience for all students.
• The Magnify Sandhurst program combines evidence-based practices in teaching and learning to support each student's unique needs, strengths, and goals, focusing on strengthening core areas like literacy and numeracy, building supportive classroom environments, and integrating Catholic values in daily learning.
• It's an exciting time to be in Catholic Education!

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL)

CESL governs over 50 schools and early childhood learning centres across Central and North Eastern Victoria, in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. As we 'Magnify Sandhurst' with a special focus on learner growth, teacher professional development and 'healthy and well communities', we are committed to working in partnership with leaders, students and families, providing innovation and excellence; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality. Our motto is 'Every Student, Every Teacher, Every School, Every Day'.

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety

CESL embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.

Applications Close

5pm, 26 November 2026