Mental Health in Primary School Teacher

6 days ago

Rushworth Victoria, Australia Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Ignite Passion: Shape Young Minds as a Mental Health Wellbeing Teacher

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated Mental Health Wellbeing Teacher to join our vibrant school community at St Mary's Primary School in Rushworth.

A great 12-month Fixed Term (0.4 FTE) opportunity exists for a passionate educator to make a significant impact on the mental health and wellbeing of our students, staff, and families.

Why choose to work at St Mary's, Rushworth:

  • Be part of a supportive and collaborative Catholic school environment that values continuous growth and innovative teaching practices
  • Enjoy a positive work-life balance with part-time hours and school holiday periods
  • Access to professional development opportunities, including specialised mental health training
  • Join a dedicated team committed to nurturing the whole child - spiritually, academically, and emotionally
  • Make a real difference in the lives of young people in the historical town of Rushworth, just a short drive from Shepparton.

You will:

  • Promote a whole-school approach to mental health and wellbeing
  • Build capacity in school staff to support students with mental health concerns
  • Create clear referral pathways for students needing additional support
  • Coordinate targeted mental health support, working with school teams, families, and external agencies
  • Participate in ongoing professional development and Communities of Practice
  • Be a registered teacher with the Victorian Institute of Teaching
  • 3 hours per week face to face scheduled class time (RRRR and Visual Arts)
  • Have a commitment to Catholic Education and the Catholic Identity

About St Mary's, Rushworth:

St Mary's is a community who walks in the footsteps of Jesus and works in partnership with families in the Josephite tradition, to develop and educate the whole child in a safe learning environment.

We are a beautiful small country school where community connections and engagement are strong elements of our culture. We have exceptionally engaged and motivated learners and supportive, friendly families.

Our vibrant staff are dedicated, welcoming and are passionate about providing the best opportunities for our engaged and respectful students.

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CES Ltd)

CES Ltd is situated in Central and North Eastern Victoria, home to 52 Catholic schools educating 19,750 students in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. We are committed to working in partnership with schools, students and families, providing innovation and excellence in education; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller vibrant communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality.

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety

CES Ltd embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the key selection criteria within the Position Description.

Applications close 20 October 2025.

If you are interested in learning more about Catholic Education Sandhurst Ltd or registering for future opportunities please visit our website here. For application assistance, please review our application guide here.

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