Leader of Wellbeing Support Services

Empower student success. Inspire systemic change. Shape healing-oriented practice.

• North West Region, Melbourne (Multi-campus)
• Werribee, Sunshine
• Geelong (from 2027)

About the School

Hester Hornbrook Academy is an independent Special Assistance School providing flexible and inclusive education for young people aged 15–25 across multiple campuses in Greater Melbourne. We believe in Wellbeing for Learning and Learning for Wellbeing.

Guided by our trauma-informed HOPE (Healing Oriented Program of Education) framework, we offer integrated academic and wellbeing support through applied learning pathways including VPC, VM, and VETiS. We work with young people who face significant barriers to traditional education and who deserve learning environments built on trust, safety, and opportunity.

Position Purpose

We are seeking a passionate, experienced, and driven Leader of Wellbeing Support Services to guide the implementation and development of our School Psychology and Therapeutic Family Engagement Programs.

In this dynamic role, you will:

• Provide clinical supervision and leadership to a team of Psychologists and Therapeutic Family Engagement Workers
• Lead evidence-based therapeutic interventions, assessments, and crisis responses
• Deliver student-centred mental health support in line with the HOPE model
• Drive program innovation and professional learning aligned with trauma-informed, inclusive practices
• Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams to embed whole-school wellbeing strategies

This is a key leadership opportunity for a professional committed to creating healing, connected and inclusive educational communities.

Position Duties  (abridged; full details in Candidate Information Pack)

You are a registered Psychologist (AHPRA) with 5+ years' experience and board-approved supervisor credentials. You bring proven expertise in trauma-informed youth mental health, education settings, and therapeutic leadership. Your passion for supporting vulnerable young people is matched by your ability to lead teams, apply data-informed practices, and engage diverse stakeholders.

Key Selection Criteria  (abridged; full details in Candidate Information Pack)

• Full registration as a Psychologist (AHPRA) with board-approved supervision endorsement
• Demonstrated clinical leadership in supervision, program design, and intervention
• Experience in psychoeducational and social-emotional assessments
• Advanced skills in crisis response, safety planning, and interagency collaboration
• Knowledge of inclusive education and the barriers faced by young people with complex needs
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary therapeutic teams
• Strong data analysis and strategy evaluation capabilities
• Ability to build meaningful relationships and embed trauma-informed care

Essential Requirements

• National Police Check and Working with Children Check (Employee)
• Proof of identity and right to work in Australia
• Current Victorian Driver's Licence
• A commitment to child safety, professional ethics, and continuous improvement

Application process and requirements:

For a confidential discussion, enquiries about the application process, or to request a Candidate Information Pack, please contact:

Joanna Moe E: Joanna..education

Shannon Morgan E: shannon..education 

Terms and Appointment: The appointment will commence in Term 1, 2026, ongoing.

Applications will be received no later than and should include: Monday 29th September, 2025

• A one-page cover letter
• A two-page statement addressing the key selection criteria outlined in the Candidate Information Pack
• A Curriculum Vitae, including contact details of three professional referees to whom you have reported

Applications should be emailed to Joanna Moe, Senior Executive ConsultantE: Joanna..educationand Shannon Morgan ConsultantE: Shannon..education

Hester Hornbrook Academy: Leader of Wellbeing Support Services

Hester Hornbrook Academy reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Hester Hornbrook Academy's/MCM's strategy is to create a working environment in which we have zero tolerance for compromised worker safety.  As an employer we endeavour to provide a working environment that is safe for all employees and clients and adheres to Occupational Health & Safety regulations as an employer.