<p><strong>Full-time, fixed term until June 2027</strong><br><strong>$118,234 - $138,496 per annum + superannuation</strong></p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>The Education Officer: Wellbeing Secondary strengthens safe, inclusive and respectful learning environments across schools. The role leads system-wide wellbeing initiatives, builds the capability of educators and leaders, and supports the Out of Home Care and Mental Health in Primary initiatives.&nbsp;It involves designing and delivering professional learning, developing data-informed practices, and collaborating with schools, community partners and agencies to enhance the wellbeing of children and young people.</p> <p><strong>About You</strong></p> <p>You are an educator who is committed to the Catholic ethos and has a genuine passion for supporting student wellbeing. You bring both expertise and empathy, and you thrive in collaborative, networked environments.</p> <p>You will bring:</p> <ul> <li>Commitment to Catholic identity, mission and values.</li> <li>Demonstrated experience in evidence-based teaching and learning approaches that enhance student wellbeing.</li> <li>Strong understanding of multi-tiered systems of support (e.g. School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support).</li> <li>Ability to build educator and leader capability in student wellbeing and child safety.</li> <li>Proven experience managing and implementing complex projects.</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support system-wide wellbeing priorities, polices and initiatives</li> <li>Partner with schools to develop data-informed wellbeing practices</li> <li>Strengthen approaches that promote student safety, engagement and belonging</li> <li>Design and facilitate professional learning for leaders and wellbeing networks</li> <li>Develop resources that support student wellbeing, health and safety</li> <li>Maintain strong partnerships with government and community agencies</li> <li>Stay informed of research, legislation and Church teachings that impact student wellbeing and learning</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p> <ul> <li>Tertiary qualification in Education (essential)</li> <li>Relevant postgraduate or academic qualifications in a related discipline (e.g. psychology, social work, counselling, occupational therapy, psychiatric nursing)</li> <li>Current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching</li> <li>Current Victorian driver’s licence</li> </ul> <p><strong>Key Selection Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>Commitment to Catholic ethos and the DOBCEL Vision and Mission</li> <li>Experience in delivering evidence-based, data-informed wellbeing practices</li> <li>Strong understanding of multi-tiered systems and building educator capacity</li> <li>Excellent communication and collaboration skills to support effective implementation across schools</li> </ul> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong>Applicants will be required to submit:</p> <ul> <li>Cover letter</li> <li>Resume</li> <li>Response addressing the Key Selection Criteria as listed above.</li> </ul> <p><strong>For a confidential discussion about the role contact:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Benji Gersh, Leader Wellbeing:&nbsp; 0456 928 255</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Applications close: Sunday 8 March</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><i>Guided by our vision of “the pursuit of fullness of life for all,” DOBCEL is committed to inclusion and the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children and young people in our care. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who support Catholic education and value the unique contributions of each person.</i></p> <p><br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/1206/ton/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/492536/education-officer-wellbeing-secondary">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>