<p>There are so many ways to support students and families in our diverse community. Do you have the passion and skills to be part of the support team for Defence families and students in our region?</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p>A great <strong>Fixed-Term</strong> <strong>Part-Time </strong>opportunity exists for a <strong>Defence School Mentor</strong> to join our positive, supportive and close-knit school environment.</p><p><strong>You will:</strong></p><ul><li>Support Defence families and students at key moments of transition and during their time at school.</li><li>Be knowledgeable about wellbeing principles for children and young adults.</li><li>Have the ability to communicate effectively with Defence students, families, and school staff.</li></ul><p><strong>About Catholic College Wodonga</strong></p><p>We’re a co-educational school with around 1250 students from Year 7 to Year 12.</p><p>The school opened in 1979 when St Augustine’s Girls Secondary College expanded and moved to this location as Catholic College Wodonga. Today the school continues its affiliation with Mercy Education and was recently recognised as one of Cambridge University’s 100 Most Innovative Schools.</p><p>We’re proud to be known as a school that’s welcoming to all. We provide a balance of spiritual, academic, cultural, physical, emotional and social learning within a respectful and positive environment.</p><p>Helpful information can be found <a href="https://ccw.vic.edu.au/about/">Here</a>;&nbsp;<a href="https://ccw.vic.edu.au/work-with-us/">Work with us - Catholic College Wodonga (ccw.vic.edu.au)</a></p><p><strong>Why choose to work at Catholic College Wodonga</strong></p><ul><li>Be a part of a supportive and collaborative school environment who values a culture of continued growth through an ongoing commitment to informed, current learning and teaching practice.</li><li>Enjoy a leadership with vision and passion.</li></ul><p><strong>Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CES Ltd)</strong></p><p>CES Ltd is situated in Central and North Eastern Victoria, home to 52 Catholic schools educating&nbsp;19,750 students in large regional&nbsp;centres and small vibrant townships. We are committed to working in partnership with schools, students and families, providing innovation and excellence in education; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller vibrant communities where making people feel welcome is&nbsp;a speciality.</p><p><strong>Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety</strong></p><p>CES Ltd embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.</p><p><i><strong>Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the key selection criteria within the Position Description.</strong></i></p><p><i><strong>Applications close on Friday April 25th, 5pm.</strong></i></p><p>If you are interested in learning more about Catholic Education Sandhurst Ltd or registering for future opportunities please visit our website <a href="https://careers.ceosand.catholic.edu.au/jobs/search">here.</a>&nbsp;For application assistance, please review our application guide <a href="https://www.ceosand.catholic.edu.au/downloads/key-documents/1213-ces-ltd-applicant-guide-120624 ">here</a>.</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/1162/ton/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/492996/defence-school-mentor">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>