Salary Range: $67,369 full-time equivalent plus superannuation
Employment Status: Part-time | 15.2 hours per fortnight | 12-Month Contract 
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: January 2026, Term One

About St Thomas More's Primary 

At St. Thomas More’s, we are dedicated to creating a secure atmosphere where children can flourish; building self-esteem and resilience through engaging, well-rounded education. Our dedicated teachers inspire a love for learning, while our dynamic community fosters strong friendships and collaboration. With a focus on holistic development, we prepare students not just academically, but also socially and emotionally, empowering them to become confident, compassionate individuals. Join us in nurturing the next generation in a school where every child can truly shine.  

About the Role   

The Student Welfare Officer plays a vital role in supporting the well-being of students by providing pastoral care services and fostering a safe, inclusive, and nurturing school environment. Working closely with the Principal and broader school community, the Student Welfare Officer implements wellbeing strategies, accompanies students on excursions, and coordinates volunteer activities that strengthen connections between students and their communities. They also engage with families through workshops and meetings, contributing to a whole-school approach to student care. This position is well-suited to someone with a strong understanding of social and emotional development in children, a passion for supporting young people, and the ability to respond with empathy and creativity to diverse needs.

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 our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish 
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications 

• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance
• Certificate IV Youth Work; or
• Certificate IV 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. 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.

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

Position-specific queries: Please contact Luke Donnelly on 02 6249 8869 or via email luke.donnelly@cg.catholic.edu.au. 
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.