Introduction

Beaconhills College is an open-entry, co-educational College offering outstanding holistic education opportunities from Early Learning to Year 12. The College currently has over 3000 students across two campuses in Pakenham and Berwick, which are organised into sub-schools; Early Learning, Junior, Middle, Year 9 and Senior Schools.

Beaconhills is committed to providing a challenging, enriching and collaborative learning community, which empowers each individual to nurture their talents and develop as deep reflective thinkers and responsible citizens.

Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Junior School Wellbeing Leader to join our team at the Pakenham Campus commencing in January 2027.

The successful applicant will thrive as part of a dynamic team of dedicated professionals who are committed to fostering excellence and wellbeing in their students.

As the Junior School Wellbeing Leader, you will play a key role in fostering a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment. Working closely with students, families and staff, you will promote student wellbeing, support engagement and contribute to the delivery of wellbeing initiatives across the Junior School.

- Full-time (1.0 FTE), ongoing position
- Commencing 21 January 2027 for a dedicated two day New Staff Induction
- Based at our Pakenham Campus
- Teaching within our Junior School (Prep to Year 4)
- Position of Responsibility tenure is 3 years
- This position of responsibility has a time release of 20 periods per cycle and an annual responsibility allowance of $4,693 which is incorporated into the advertised salary
- This position requires a current VIT registration
- All new teachers are assigned a mentor and encouraged to participate in our mentor program

Please click here to view the full position description for this role.

If you have any queries, please contact the HR Team via [email protected]

Why should you join Beaconhills





- An Inclusive and supportive community with a workplace culture that values staff wellbeing
- Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families
- Access to Internal and external learning opportunities, including dedicated professional learning days
- No Saturday sport
- Onsite barista coffee available at both campuses
- Onsite electric car charging stations (Pakenham campus, coming soon to Berwick)
- Free onsite parking
- Graduate mentor program
- - Pakenham Campus located 42 minutes drive from Melbourne CBD via Monash Freeway
- Onsite childcare available to staff (wait lists apply)

Perks of working at Beaconhills

- 13 weeks school holidays (3-week mid-year)
- Occasional work from home opportunities i.e. report writing days
- 16 weeks paid parental leave allowance
- 15 days sick and carers leave per year
- 20 days of paid family violence leave
- Salary packaging available

Applications

Please address your application to our Executive Principal, Mr Stephen McGinley.
Applications should include:

- A PDF version of your cover letter that addresses why you want to work at Beaconhills
- A PDF version of your resume detailing your qualifications and experience
- Contact details of three professional referees (Including current or most recent Principal)

Applications close Friday 18th September at 9am however all applications will be reviewed upon receipt and early applications are encouraged.

Equal Opportunity and Child Safety Statement

Beaconhills College has zero tolerance for child abuse. Beaconhills is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. Beaconhills College is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity principles and is committed to the principles of merit-based selection, equity, diversity and procedural fairness in our recruitment process. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for all positions at Beaconhills College. Please click here to view our Equal Opportunity and Child Safety Statement in full

📌 Junior School Wellbeing Leader - Pakenham Campus
🏢 Beaconhills College Recruitment
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