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3 weeks ago
Pastoral Care Worker – Permanent Part Time (14 hours/week). Commencing 2026. St John Vianney Primary School, Morisset.
Are you passionate about supporting the wellbeing of children and helping them flourish in a nurturing, faith-based environment? St John Vianney Primary School in Morisset is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pastoral Care Worker to join our vibrant school community.
About the RoleThis is a Permanent Part Time position (14 hours per week), perfect for someone who is passionate about student wellbeing and is looking to make a lasting impact within a supportive team. You'll work closely with staff, students, and families to promote a caring and respectful school culture.
Pastoral care is defined in the Project Agreement with the Commonwealth Government as the practice of looking after the personal needs of students, not just their academic needs, through the provision of general spiritual and personal advice.
The role of the pastoral care worker will vary depending on the needs of the individual schools and their communities. Therefore, schools are encouraged to shape the role of the position according to local needs and the capacities of the incumbent.
Responsibilities- Provide strategies that support the wellbeing of the broader school community.
- Support the Pastoral Care of students by providing general spiritual and personal guidance, in line with the school's Catholic identity.
- Collaborate with staff, families, and the local parish to promote a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment.
- Be a Catholic
- Understand and support the Catholic Identity and mission of the school
- Operate as an ethical, respected individual within and outside the school
- Have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with the Principal, Parish Priest or representative, teaching staff, parents, Learning Support Staff, school Counsellor, and the broader community
- Demonstrate good organizational ability and capacity to work in a school environment
- Be competent in monitoring and reporting requirements of CSO and NSCP
- Prioritize the wellbeing of students and families
- Comply with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012 (NSW) and related child protection laws
- Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- Completion of anaphylaxis training
- Meet NSCP minimum qualification requirements (Certificate IV in Youth Work or Pastoral Care or equivalent)
- Salary is in accordance with Educational Services (Schools) General Staff Award 2020.
- Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
- Corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&Cs apply)
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Training and staff development programs
- Paid parental leave for eligible employees
- Access to long service leave after five years for eligible employees
- Please provide a cover letter along with your resume
- Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria listed under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA and ensure your response to each criterion is no longer than 300 words
- Preferred applicants may be asked to participate in orientation processes, including a formation conversation
Applications close: Friday 26th September 2025 at 11.59pm
Safeguarding and ComplianceThe Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and to complying with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards. All employees must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and the Diocesan Code of Conduct. National Police Check and valid NSW Working with Children Check may be required where applicable.
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