Student Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader

KSC 1
Demonstrated knowledge and experience supporting the social, emotional, behavioural and wellbeing needs of primary school-aged students and the ability to plan and implement individual and small-group interventions.

KSC 2
Demonstrated organisational, case management and interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish effective relationships with students, families, school staff, external professionals and community organisations.

KSC 3
Demonstrated ability to identify, coordinate, and facilitate appropriate internal and external supports and referral pathways for students and families.

KSC 4
Demonstrated understanding of inclusive education, Department of Education policies and priorities, including Child Safe Standards and mandatory reporting requirements.

Selection Criteria

KSC 1
Demonstrated knowledge and experience supporting the social, emotional, behavioural and wellbeing needs of primary school-aged students and the ability to plan and implement individual and small-group interventions.

KSC 2
Demonstrated organisational, case management and interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish effective relationships with students, families, school staff, external professionals and community organisations.

KSC 3
Demonstrated ability to identify, coordinate, and facilitate appropriate internal and external supports and referral pathways for students and families.

KSC 4
Demonstrated understanding of inclusive education, Department of Education policies and priorities, including Child Safe Standards and mandatory reporting requirements.

Role

The Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader works collaboratively with the Principal Class Team,



Wellbeing Team, teaching and education support staff, families, external agencies and the wider school community to support the wellbeing, engagement, inclusion and educational outcomes of students.

The role provides both proactive and responsive wellbeing support across the school, including individual student support, targeted small-group intervention, whole-school wellbeing initiatives, Disability Inclusion processes, behaviour support, referral pathways and coordination of community programs.

A key focus of the position is strengthening the school's capacity to respond effectively to students experiencing social, emotional, behavioural, attendance, family or educational challenges while promoting a positive, safe and inclusive school environment.

Key roles include

- Student wellbeing and individualised support
- Disability Inclusion & Student Support Processes
- Behaviour & SWPBS
- Targeted Wellbeing Programs
- Internal & External Referral Pathways

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

- Providing personal support for students facing social, emotional, behavioural, attendance, or engagement issues.
- Collaborating with students, families, staff, and leadership to promote positive outcomes and smooth transitions.




- Developing and reviewing behavioural support plans and assisting staff with proactive strategies.
- Supporting mandatory reporting, child safety, and risk management processes.
- Supporting Disability Inclusion processes, including documentation and participation in Student Support Groups.
- Facilitating effective communication with families and external professionals.
- Supporting the implementation of School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) and related programs.
- Planning and facilitating targeted social-emotional learning interventions.
- Referring students to external health and community services as needed.
- Coordinating food support, material aid, and uniform relief programs.
- Leading community partnerships and student programs, including health initiatives and participation in external opportunities.

Who May Apply

A degree in social work, counselling, psychology or a closely related discipline is preferred.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes adaptable work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and ad

📌 Student Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader (Melbourne)
🏢 Government schools
📍 Melbourne