<p><strong>Salary Range:</strong>&nbsp;$67,369&nbsp;full-time equivalent plus superannuation<br><strong>Employment Status:</strong>&nbsp;Part-time | 12-Month Contract<br><strong>Eligibility:&nbsp;</strong>Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident<br><strong>Start Date: </strong>January 2026, Term One</p> <p><strong>About&nbsp;St Monica's Primary School</strong></p> <p>St Monica’s is an inclusive learning community dedicated to supporting students and staff alike. Serving the Canberra suburbs of Evatt, Melba, Spence, McKellar, and surrounding areas, St Monica’s places students at the heart of all we do. Our professional and dedicated team is committed to nurturing the spiritual, social, emotional, and academic growth of every student, supported by a collaborative work environment for staff. Teachers are encouraged to connect with school leadership to explore how our community can support their professional journey and contribute to a shared vision for student success and holistic development.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>The Student Welfare Officer supports the wellbeing of students by providing pastoral care and implementing strategies that promote a safe, inclusive and supportive school environment. Working closely with students, staff and families, the role focuses on fostering positive relationships, addressing individual student needs and supporting the wellbeing of the broader school community. As part of their responsibilities, Student Welfare Officers are required to complete a three-hour online Professional Learning Package during work hours, aimed at preventing and responding to cyberbullying.</p> <p><i>This appointment is temporary as it is dependent on a specific&nbsp;programme&nbsp;which is not ongoing.</i></p> <p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li> <li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li> <li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li> <li>Access our People Wellbeing Program,&nbsp;Flourish&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.</li> <li>Certificate IV Youth Work; or</li> <li>Certificate IV Pastoral Care; or</li> <li>Diploma or Bachelor in relevant field.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;This position involves working with children.&nbsp;Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.<br><br> CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.</p> <p>For further information about the School, please visit our&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.stmonicas.act.edu.au/ ">website</a>. Information about the&nbsp;Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG)&nbsp;can&nbsp;be accessed&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong>&nbsp;Please contact Lisa Harris&nbsp;on 02 6258 5105 or via email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:maggie.lloyd@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Student%20Welfare%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>maggie.lloyd@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Student%20Welfare%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:lisa.harris@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Student%20Welfare%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">lisa.harris@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;<br><strong>Application queries: </strong>Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Student%20Welfare%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>?subject=Student%20Welfare%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au?subject=Student%20Welfare%20Officer%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/832/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/505988/student-welfare-officer">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>