Star of the Sea Catholic College

GEORGE TOWN, TAS

Chaplains / Pastoral Care

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time

Applications Close: 30 September 2026

Deliver quality wellbeing support services that provide a supportive learning workplace, improving student engagement to enable enhanced learning outcomes.

Student Wellbeing Officer Star of the Sea Catholic College, George Town Part Time | Limited tenure (19th October 2026 to 18th December 2027) Hours: 11 hours per week

Classification: Wellbeing, Level 1

Remuneration: $68,586 pro rata + 12% Superannuation

Why Work at Star of the Sea Catholic College? Star of the Sea Catholic College is committed to providing quality education in a safe, supportive and inclusive environment. With small class sizes, strong pastoral care, and a culture that celebrates diversity, our teachers are empowered to deliver personalised learning that supports every student’s academic, spiritual and wellbeing needs.

Located on Tasmania’s stunning north coast, George Town offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle, affordable living, rich history, and easy access to beaches, outdoor recreation and a welcoming community. It’s an ideal place to build your career while enjoying a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.

About The Role The Student Wellbeing Officer is responsible for delivering high‑quality pastoral care and wellbeing support services that enhance student engagement and contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment. This role supports students, families and staff, and plays a key part in strengthening the wellbeing culture of the school.

Key responsibilities include:

- Assist the Principal in delivering wellbeing and pastoral care services.
- Support the development and implementation of wellbeing and pastoral care programs.




- Prepare and distribute wellbeing resources for students and families.
- Help create environments that promote physical, emotional, social and intellectual development.
- Foster cooperation, mutual respect and cultural understanding.
- Provide support or referrals (with Principal approval) during grief, personal challenges or emotional difficulties.
- Communicate student concerns, successes or parental issues to the School Counsellor/Principal.

About You You will demonstrate:

- Strong commitment to supporting student outcomes.
- Ability to relate to students with diverse needs.
- Effective communication with students, families, colleagues and external professionals.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- High‑level organisational skills.
- Ability to perform well in environments with competing demands.
- Confidentiality, care and diligence.
- Constructive problem‑solving and conflict resolution.
- Flexibility, dependability and qualified integrity

Essential Requirements

- Registration to Work with Vulnerable People.
- National Police Criminal History Check.
- Certificate IV in Counselling (or equivalent).
- Current Tasmanian driver licence.

Desirable

- Experience in the education sector.
- Experience supporting children, young people and families.
- Awareness of issues impacting local youth.
- Protective Handling Practices training.

How To Apply Applicants should submit:

- A cover letter outlining their suitability for the role
- A current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Any other relevant supporting information

Applications close: Wednesday 30th September 2026 at 3pm Applications should be addressed to Mr Richard Chapman, Principal, and submitted via the Catholic Education Tasmania careers page. For enquiries, contact Richard Chapman, Principal, at [email protected]

Applicant Information Pack

📌 Student Wellbeing Officer (George Town)
🏢 Catholic Education Tasmania
📍 George Town