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Salary- Commencing 15 April 2024
- Fixed Term | 12 hours per week (school weeks only)
- School Officer Level 5 - $37.18 per hour
Estimated start date: 15 April 2024
Position tenure: Fixed Term
Total Paid Hours (per week) & days required: 12 Hours p/week - Term time only
Salary level, range or hourly rate: Level 5 - $37.18
Employment conditions: Diocesan Catholic Education Employing Authorities in Queensland Single Interest Agreement
St Francis Xavier is located in Runaway Bay at the northern end of the Gold Coast with an approximate enrolment of 680 students. Our mission and our purpose is to provide high quality education within the framework of our Catholic tradition. Our primary focus is on our young learners but for them to achieve their potential they need staff and parents to journey with them in their learning. Our school motto, LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE challenges each one of us to strive for the best in all we do. Explore our school website to learn more about us.
Primary Purpose
The Student Wellbeing Officer is a crucial figure dedicated to providing universal pastoral care and wellbeing support to students, irrespective of their faith or beliefs. Serving as a role model, this role significantly contributes to school communities by fostering student engagement and strengthening connections with parents and the broader community. Adaptability is key, as the Officer tailors their approach to address the specific needs of each school.
The Officer, while not engaged in counselling, collaborates with the schools leadership team and specialist staff to provide effective Tier 1 support, general strategies, and interventions for overall Student Wellbeing. Additionally, they may contribute to targeted Tier 2 interventions under the direction of school leadership for students requiring extra support. This position aligns with the Queensland Government’s Student Wellbeing Officer Program (SWOP) and the Australian Government’s National Student Wellbeing Program (NSWP), or direct employment by the school, with specific employment and reporting obligations depending on funding.
Key Result Areas
Success is measured by active engagement in and promotion of BCEs vision, mission, and strategic goals, along with collaboration to understand student needs, fostering positive classroom environments, modelling appropriate behaviour, and supporting students in navigating challenges. The Officer actively contributes to program design and implementation, listens to students, provides feedback, and refers them to counselling services and appropriate resources. Encouraging open communication, supporting students during transitions, and fostering relationships with the wider community are also crucial success criteria.
Success Criteria
Eligibility to work in Australia, possession of a Blue Card or Teacher registration with QCT, and adherence to National Principles for Child Safe Organizations (NPCSO) are essential.
To be eligible to be considered for this role you will:
- hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement;
- be eligible to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment; and
- have a commitment to and understanding of the ethos and traditions of Catholic Education.
- Certificate IV qualification in Pastoral Care, Youth Work, equivalent or higher certificate with at least two competencies in mental health, making appropriate referrals, working with young people or cultural awareness and support.
- Completion of the professional learning package, ‘Responding To and Preventing Cyberbullying’ delivered by the Office of the eSafety Commissioner within three months of commencing and every two years thereafter.
- For government funded program, apply for a temporary waiver through Queensland Catholic Education Commission (QCEC), if the above qualifications are not met.
Note 1: The Student Wellbeing Officer may be ‘working towards’ the above qualifications.
Note 2: The Student Wellbeing Officer is recognised by the school community and Brisbane Catholic Education as having the skills and experience to deliver Student Wellbeing Services to the school community.
Experience- Previous experience in a pastoral care or wellbeing role working with children and young people, with preference, in a school context.
To succeed in this position, you will demonstrate:
- A commitment to the safeguarding of children and promote a culture where student protection is the responsibility of everyone.
- A commitment to and understanding of the purpose and mission of the Catholic Church and Catholic schools.
- A commitment to uphold the expected standards of behaviour set out in BCE’s Code of Conduct, including our organisational values and all relevant policies and procedures.
- A commitment and capacity to work in a team to support Student Wellbeing and responsive to the directions of specialist teaching staff.
- Maintain a child safe culture at all times
- Act to prevent harm and act in the best interests of our children
- Report all cases of harm to the Principal or Child Protection Contacts
- Comply with health and safety instructions
- Take action to avoid, eliminate or minimise hazards
- Not willfully place at risk the health and safety of self and/or others
- Seek information and advice when necessary
- Be familiar with hazard and accident reporting and emergency evacuation procedures.
NOTE: Schools should refer to Student Safety and Wellbeing (QCEC) for reporting and recruitment processes for positions funded under the National Student Wellbeing Program (NSWP) or Student Wellbeing Officer Program (SWOP).
Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.
Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this role.
Contact: Ronan O'Mahony
Contact number: 0755372***
Contact email: ***********@bne.catholic.edu.au
Closing date: 13/03/2024
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