Student Welfare Officer

Student Welfare Officer

St Francis of Assisi Primary, Calwell

Calwell, ACT

Chaplains / Pastoral Care

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time

Applications Close: 26 July 2026

Support the wellbeing of students by providing pastoral care and implementing strategies that promote a safe and inclusive school environment.

Salary Range: $67,369 full-time equivalent plus superannuation

Employment Status: Part-time | Up to 24 hours per fortnight | 18-month contract

Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Start Date: Negotiable

About St Francis of Assisi Primary School

St Francis of Assisi Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive community that values respect, care, and a love of learning. Inspired by the example of St Francis, we promote a culture of peace, kindness, and personal growth. Our modern curriculum is designed to engage students and help them reach their full potential, with a strong focus on literacy, numeracy, and inquiry-based learning through our innovative STEM Centre. We encourage curiosity, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning. Strong partnerships between families, staff, and the wider community are at the heart of our approach, ensuring each child is supported and celebrated on their educational journey

About the Role

The Student Welfare Officer (SWO) supports the wellbeing of students by providing pastoral care and implementing strategies that promote a safe and inclusive school environment. You will work with students, staff, and families to address social and emotional needs, contribute to wellbeing programs, and support the broader school community. Once appointed, the SWO is required to complete a three-hour (during work hours) online professional learning package (PLP) aimed at responding to and preventing cyberbullying. After training, they will be able to respond to and help prevent cyberbullying.

Benefits and Opportunities

• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access to the FLOURISH Wellbeing Program offering a range of benefits and offers, traditional counselling and holistic wellbeing services
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications and Eligibility

• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance
• Certificate IV in Youth Work or Pastoral Care, or Diploma or Bachelor in relevant field

Application Process

Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.

For further information about the School please visit the website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries: Please contact Sean Rutledge on 02 6292 4500 or via email sean.rutledge@cg.catholic.edu.au.

Application queries: Please contact Recruitment Team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.