Education Support - Mental Health and Wellbeing Support

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Applications close Wednesday 20 August 2025 at 11.59pm

Overview

Work Type: Ongoing - Part-time

Salary: Salary not specified

Grade: Education Support - Level 1, Range 4

Occupation: Health and allied health

Location: Melbourne - Southern suburbs

Reference: 1486678

Selection Criteria

SC1 Experience and qualification in social work or other relevant field which includes individual counselling of students in a secondary school environment

SC2 The capacity to support health promotion program in a school environment

SC3 Demonstrate a commitment to fostering and helping to develop the college's culture through practicing the values of Belong, Believe, Become.

SC4 Demonstrated capacity to reflect critically upon professional practice and apply skills and knowledge derived from recent professional development that is student centred

SC5 Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills,

SC6 Demonstrate an ability to coordinate the Wellbeing Team, and to work with all stakeholder to support effective outcomes

Role

[Attendance requirement for this position]

Range 4 is distinguished by broader management responsibility, particularly in the areas of finance, human resource and other support functions. Range 4 is responsible for managing a range of functions under a wide range of conditions, subject to the size and complexity of school operations.

Objectives will, generally, be clearly defined; guidelines will be broad and day-to-day direction minimal. Management responsibility extends to ensuring appropriate support levels are maintained across the school. Range 4 generally provides key support and timely advice to the leadership team and school council and liaises with the general school community, the Department and other government agencies and service providers.

Specialised professional roles will carry a high level of independence and accountability where suitable scope is provided to achieve objectives.

An education support class position supports the educational services being provided to students, but must not include duties of teaching as defined in clause 2.6.1 of the Education and Training Reform Act 2006 (Vic) or its successor. Supervision of students cannot be required except where it is an integral part of the employee's position or involves supervision of students individually or in small groups, in controlled circumstances, where the responsibility for students remains clearly with a teacher.

Responsibilities

• Support the documentation of wellbeing processes and policies for the school
• Respond to wellbeing needs in accordance with the wellbeing processes and policies of the school.
• Respond to wellbeing referrals and allocate them appropriately amongst the wellbeing team
• Identify, assess, guide and provide individual counselling for students at educational or personal risk including case management where appropriate
• Coordinate and conduct small group programs to support wellbeing education and development of students.
• Conduct observations and assessments of student social and emotional needs, and provide reports in support of potential Disability Inclusion Profiles
• Liaise and disseminate information for students engaged with wellbeing to relevant teachers and college staff including Principal team, Year Level Leaders and Classroom teachers.
• Attend Care Team meetings for students with significant mental health concerns or living in out of home care.
• Record thorough case notes on compass system and store or share in accordance with wellbeing processes
• Facilitate and coordinate referrals and appointments for External Psychologists and external providers after consultation
• Make appropriate referrals for parents/guardians/families to external agencies based upon their needs
• Identify relevant PD to enhance the skills of the wellbeing team in consultation with Principal Team
• Participate in weekly wellbeing team meetings as required
• Identify, source and facilitate relevant programs to support wellbeing needs of students and college e.g. peer support
• Work with curriculum leaders, subschools and others to run programs, events, raise awareness and promote mental health.

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

EEO AND OHS Commitment

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via marrung@education.vic.gov.au

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

Conditions of Employment

• All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx

Location Profile

Birranga College sits in a rapidly growing residential area in the suburb of Clyde North. The school will work in partnership with the community to provide authentic learning opportunities and the best academic and personal outcomes for all students. Birranga College is a new secondary school opening in January 2026 with Year 7 enrolments only. Subsequent year levels will be added each year. Neighbouring schools are relatively large and the school is expected to grow quickly to meet residents demand for excellence in education, consistent with the vision for the Education State.

Birranga College will provide students with state of the art facilities in STEM, Visual Arts, Physical Education and Performing Arts spaces to cater for the learning needs of all students.

Teaching and Learning

Our community creates rich and rigorous learning experiences that empower us all to participate with curiosity, purpose and insight.

This will be achieved through the implementation of an innovative curriculum and an Instructional Model, to guide us in implementing more consistent, high quality, assessment, teaching and learning practices with clear expectations for staff, students and parents.

Commitment to Excellence

The school will deliver the highest quality of education for all learners.

Our school will demonstrate a strong commitment to outstanding post school outcomes for all students, be that University or other further study, apprenticeships, traineeships or full-time work.

School Vision and Values

Birranga College fosters a love of learning. We respect inclusion, diversity and indigenous heritage. We strive for continuous improvement in all our students as they grow into adulthood. We will live by our motto, 'Belong, Believe, Become.'

We look forward to our students emerging as resilient and productive members of the community.

Our educational philosophy extends beyond textbooks and embraces our vision of 'Belong - Believe - Become'

BELONG

• Inclusive Community: Fostering a sense of belonging through house systems, peer mentoring, and community-building activities
• Cultural Respect: Celebrating diversity and promoting understanding of different perspectives
• Positive Relationships: Creating meaningful connections among students, staff, and families
• BE compassionate
• BE grateful
• BE empathetic

BELIEVE

• Character Education: Developing integrity, empathy, resilience, and responsibility
• Growth Mindset: encouraging persistence, effort, and embrace of challenges
• Student Voice: Empowering students to contribute to the school community and their own learning journey
• BE curious
• BE responsible
• BE confident

BECOME

• Leadership Development: Creating pathways for every student to discover and develop their leadership potential
• Social-Emotional Learning: Building self-awareness, relationship skills, and decision-making abilities
• Community Service: Age-appropriate opportunities to make a positive impact locally and globally
• Environmental Stewardship: Fostering care and responsibility for our planet
• BE a leader
• BE self-aware
• BE an upstander

Position Specific Information

As a staff member of the college this position provides a unique opportunity to help develop a wellbeing program for the college from the ground up. This is an incredible opportunity for a motivated and committed individual, dedicated to supporting students to be the best they can be.

Applicants are welcome to contact Nick Hamer-Smtih, Principal, to discuss the advertised role. Please text 0488395633 and indicate the role you are interested in for a call back.

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#### Applications close Wednesday 20 August 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted

7 August 2025