About CREST Education

CREST Education comprises of two independent, coeducational schools with over 2,200 students, an Equestrian Centre and an Environmental Reserve at Clyde North. Hillcrest Christian College, established in 1981, operates from Early Learning to VCE levels, including VCE mainstream, VCE IB and VCE VM. Rivercrest Christian College is an authorised International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) World School, with modern facilities including our brand-new Senior Learning Centre and STEAM building based in Clyde North.

CREST Education is a premier Christian educational institution dedicated to fostering academic excellence and spiritual growth. We provide a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to develop their God-given talents and prepare for lives of leadership and service.

The role – Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader

CREST Education is seeking a compassionate and experienced Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader to join CREST Education, Primary Campuses in a part-time capacity. This vital role focuses on supporting students through prevention, early identification, assessment, triage, intervention and referral for those requiring additional mental health and wellbeing support. The role works directly with students providing high-quality counselling services that support the psychological, emotional, and physical wellbeing of our Primary students. Working as part of a dedicated, multidisciplinary Wellbeing Team, you will contribute to a caring and supportive school environment where every student is encouraged to thrive.

This part-time, fixed (1 year) position commencing 20 January 2027 working 15 hours per week.





Key Responsibilities:

- Sound knowledge of child development, mental health & wellbeing frameworks and evidence-informed practices supporting student wellbeing and learning.
- Strategic leadership skills to embed a whole-school approach to wellbeing, inclusion and positive student outcomes.
- Ability to build staff capability, work within a multidisciplinary team to lead wellbeing initiatives and use data to inform continuous improvement.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with students, families, staff and external agencies.
- Commitment to equity, student voice, agency and holistic development.

The successful candidate will have:

- Prior leadership and/or student wellbeing support experience in an educational context
- Registration via the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)
- 5+ years of full-time teaching experience (or equivalent)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills

Child Safety Commitment

CREST Education Ltd is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality.

We recognise and respect the rights, relationships, identity and culture of children and young people.



Their voices must be heard, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.

CREST Education is committed to fostering a culturally protected, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we engage with, deliver services to, or who are impacted by our work.

All staff and volunteers are required to uphold the College’s Child Safety policies and Staff Code of Conduct. Successful applicants must hold a valid Working With Children Check or VIT registration (Teaching staff only).

Why Join CREST Education?

CREST Education is a values-based Christian organisation committed to excellence, learning, wellbeing and service. We foster a supportive and collaborative environment where your work contributes directly to the safe and welcoming spaces that support learning across our schools.

If you enjoy hands-on work and want to contribute to maintaining high-quality facilities within a faith-based community, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits:
• Free parking and gym on site
• Employee Assistance Program
• School fees discounts for staff
• Paid Parental Leave
• Career development

Applicants must be able to demonstrate a genuine commitment to the Christian ethos of Crest Education.

Applications close 4th November 2026 at 10.00am

CREST Education reserves the right to interview and appoint the role before the closing date.

Candidates are required to complete the online application and provide a covering letter and CV.

Applications should be addressed to: Nicole Rietveld, Deputy Principal – Staff & Students

www.cresteducation.vic.edu.au

📌 Mental Health & Wellbeing Leader (Clyde North)
🏢 Crest Education
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