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

About St Michael's Primary School

St Michael’s Primary School caters for students from Kindergarten to Year 6. We foster a harmonious and supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to grow both personally and academically. Our dedicated and highly skilled staff are the heart of our school community, bringing expertise and passion to their roles. They are committed to creating rich and engaging learning experiences, providing diverse opportunities for students, and supporting each other in a collaborative and professional environment. At St Michael’s, we value and invest in our staff, recognising their vital contribution to our students' success. 

About the Role 

The Student Welfare Officer supports the well-being of students by providing pastoral care and implementing strategies that promote a safe, inclusive and supportive school environment. Working closely with students, staff and families, the role focuses on fostering positive relationships, addressing individual student needs and supporting the well-being of the broader school community. As part of their responsibilities, Student Welfare Officers are required to complete a three-hour online Professional Learning Package during work hours, aimed at preventing and responding to cyberbullying.

Benefits and Opportunities 

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

Qualifications  

• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.
• Certificate IV Youth Work: or
• Certificate IV Pastoral Care; or
• A diploma or a Bachelor's in a 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 Judith Egan on 02 6241 4022 or via email judith.egan@cg.catholic.edu.au 
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au. 

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