Student Wellbeing Manager

3 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Living Company Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Join Scape and Shape the Student Experience

The Living Company, through its Student Accommodation brand
Scape Australia
, is excited to launch a brand-new role focused on student wellbeing and experience for our Melbourne operations.

  • Location:
    Melbourne CBD | Scape Franklin (on-site)
  • Employment Type:
    Full-Time

Who are we?

The Living Company is reshaping the way Australians live by delivering sustainable, community-driven, and high-quality spaces across the country.

Founded in 2013 as Scape Australia, leaders in student housing, we've since grown into a fully integrated living platform spanning Student Living (Scape), Rent to Live – Affordable Housing (RTL Co.), and Retirement Living (Aveo). With more than a decade of expertise in creating purpose-driven living environments, our portfolio now includes $17bn in assets under management, 106 properties, and 35,000 beds and units nationwide.

The Role:

As our Student Wellbeing Manager for our Melbourne Scape operations, you'll:

  • Act as Field Educator for all social work placement students, administering the requirements of placement supervision and validation.
  • Lead our student wellbeing and pastoral care programs, ensuring best-in-class support for all residents.
  • Drive Next Generation initiatives, support Under 18 students, and foster community engagement through events and workshops.
  • Champion gender-based violence prevention and response, ensuring compliance with the National Higher Education Code.
  • Co-design student agency programs, including peer support and personal wellbeing plans.
  • Build partnerships with universities, health providers, and local services to enhance student support pathways.
  • Work closely with a team of student experience professionals, shaping a culture of care, inclusivity, and innovation.

What We're Looking For:

  • Formal qualification in Social Work (key requirement) and membership (or eligibility) with the Australian Association of Social Work (key requirement).
  • 8+ years' experience in mental health, pastoral care, or related student support roles.
  • Proven leadership experience, including managing teams and social work student placements.
  • Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care, gender-based violence, and culturally competent frameworks.
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Passion for enhancing student life, wellbeing, and community engagement.

Why You'll Love Working at Scape:

  • Be part of a mission-driven organisation that genuinely values student wellbeing.
  • Lead innovative programs that make a real impact on the lives of students.
  • Work in a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development in the student housing and wellbeing sector.
  • Benefit from a variety of perks and rewards.

Interested? Here's how to apply

This is a great time to be joining a growing business, that is willing and able to make a difference for our student residents, stakeholders and the community as a whole.

If you feel you would like to join our team, apply now with your CV and 1-page cover letter

Applications will be open until the 31st October with interviews for early applicants commencing from the 20th October onwards.

No agencies please.

At The Living Company we honour and welcome our rich heritage and contributions of First Nations and Indigenous peoples. Our workplace embraces diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment that respects and values your culture, traditions, and perspectives. Join us in building a harmonious and empowered community where everyone's voice is heard and celebrated.

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