Job Description

Educational Youth Worker (Junior Campus: Years 7-9)

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We're growing! In January 2027, Y Community School opens its doors to a brand-new junior campus for year 7-9 students, and we want you to help us build it. As an Educational Youth Worker, you'll be part of our new junior campus' learning support team, mentoring and supporting our newest students.

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About Y Community School

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We are an independent school focused on re-engaging young people who have become disengaged from mainstream education, supporting them to build the skills and confidence to reach their goals and create meaningful futures. Established in 2024, our senior campus in Epping provides a protected, inclusive space where students can thrive. Built on the pillars of wellbeing, academic growth and vocational opportunity, our program is founded on evidence, experience and a student led approach.

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We recognise that our impact is driven by the people who support our students, and we deeply value the commitment you bring to their journey. We also offer great staff benefits, including:

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- Up to $15,900 in tax free salary packaging each year, plus additional package options to boost your take home pay
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- A flexible and supportive workplace
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- Free on-site gym access
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- Staff discounts on everyday expenses like shopping, gift cards and more through our employee benefits program
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- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family
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What's the opportunity?

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As an Educational Youth Worker with Y Community School, you'll mentor, guide and be a positive role model for students in years 7 to 9 at our junior campus.



From in class support to excursions, you'll collaborate with teachers and use technology to help create a positive, supportive learning environment.

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This is a full time, permanent opportunity based at our junior campus in Epping, commencing Term 1 2027.

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Relevant knowledge and skills

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- Cert IV in Youth Work or equivalent.
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- Current Employee Working with Children Check.
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- National Police Check (and International Police Check if you have lived outside Australia in the last five years).
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- Current First Aid (HLTAID011) and CPR (HLTAID009), or willingness to obtain.
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- Demonstrated experience working with students in an educational setting.
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- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, staff and parents.
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- Familiarity with technology to support student learning.
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Screening and interviews will begin as applications are received. This position may close early if a suitable candidate is identified before the official closing date.

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Y Community School is an equal opportunity employer committed to child safety. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people from all cultural backgrounds and communities.

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At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.

📌 Educational Youth Worker (Junior Campus: Years 7-9) (Victoria)
🏢 The Y Australia
📍 Victoria