Education Officer: Wellbeing and Complex Student Support K-12

Full-time job at Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (Bathurst NSW 2795, Australia)

Job Reference 497515

Closing date: September 3, 2025

Location: Kelso, New South Wales, Australia

Type: Full-Time

Dubbo, NSW

Full-time, Permanent

Negotiable commencement

Salary: Based On Qualifications & Experience

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is seeking a passionate and experienced professional to join our Wellbeing & Diverse Learning team as an Education Officer: Wellbeing and Complex Student Support (K-12).

This strategic role provides frontline support to schools in responding to the complex and challenging needs of students. With a growing number of young people experiencing mental health challenges, significant learning difficulties, and complex behavioral presentations, this role is vital to our system of schools.

• Supporting whole-school wellbeing approaches by guiding schools in developing and implementing inclusive behavior management systems and policies.
• Providing case management support for students with complex psychological, behavioral, or medical needs, including documentation and individual programming.
• Delivering professional development to build capacity in trauma-informed practice, student engagement, and proactive behavior support.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, including allied health professionals, to develop holistic student support plans.
• Contributing to diocesan strategies and planning around wellbeing, behavior, and inclusion, responding to emerging trends and student needs.
• Fostering partnerships with agencies to strengthen coordinated care and enhance service delivery for vulnerable students and their families.
• Promoting the Catholic mission by modeling Gospel values, supporting evangelization, and fostering collaboration among school leaders, teachers, and families.
• Working as part of a system-wide team, sharing expertise, and supporting a culture of continuous improvement in student wellbeing and support practices.

• Relevant tertiary qualification in education, psychology, social work, or a related discipline.
• Experience in school-based or system-level roles supporting student behavior, wellbeing, or inclusion.
• Postgraduate qualifications in behavior support, special education, psychology, or leadership (desirable).
• Accreditation to work in Catholic Education (or willingness to obtain).
• Current driver's license & willingness to undertake travel as required.
• Current working with children check.

• Competitive salary.
• Work-life balance through a 35-hour week.
• Salary packaging—potential to increase your take-home pay.
• Access to staff wellbeing incentives such as Fitness Passport membership.
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Up to 6 weeks of leave plus discretionary leave during Christmas/New Year.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students, and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) covers regions including the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, and the Pilliga, among others. The Diocese spans 103,680 square kilometers and includes the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations, offering diverse opportunities.

If this role sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you Click "Apply" to access our online application portal, where you will complete the application form.

All applications require:

• An updated CV/Resume.
• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria.
• Contact details of referees.
• Supporting documents (transcripts, ID, WWCC, etc.).

Please note, the vacancy may be filled quickly, so we encourage immediate application. A talent pool may be created for future roles, valid for 12 months.

Further details can be obtained by contacting Diana Scullard, Team Leader: Wellbeing & Diverse Learning, at 0400717377 or d.scullard@bth.catholic.edu.au.

CEDB is committed to Safe Child standards. A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required. Child Protection legislation mandates employment screening for preferred applicants. CEDB is an equal opportunity employer.