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 environment, improving student engagement to enable enhanced learning outcomes.

Student Wellbeing Officer

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





- 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

- 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.

Applications close: Wednesday 30th September 2026 at 3pm

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