Student Welfare Officer

About Brisbane Catholic Education
Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.

About Our School
St Francis Xavier is a Catholic, co-educational P-6 school with an enrolment of over 470 students, situated in the City of Ipswich, adjacent to the Ipswich Motorway. The school has been in existence for more than 100 years, having been established in 1910. It is a school which has welcomed children and families from many countries around the world. Over forty nationalities are represented. We are proud of the way that our community blends the best from these cultures to develop and reflect the motto of the school: "Kids Who Care".

At St Francis Xavier School, we pride ourselves on working together as a community for the benefit of our children. We have a strong belief that learning is a lifelong endeavour and that we can all learn from each other. This belief is tightly aligned with our mission statement and with our beliefs and values about teaching and learning. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Summary
Empower school communities to support students' personal growth by offering insightful spiritual guidance and personalised advice

• Location: St Francis Xavier's School, Goodna
• Start date: Commncing January, 2026
• Work hours: 18 hours per week
• Salary: School Officer Level super (School Salary Scale)
• Status: Fixed-term (2026 School Year)
• Ad close date: 23 Novmber, 2025
• Contact: Kellie Jacobsen |

About The Opportunity
In this position you will be responsible for:

• Supporting students to co-regulate (Chill out room, 1-1 co-regulation) and provide check in check out with targeted students (as per specific student plans)
• Providing input into personalised student plans (e.g. CMP, BSP) based on observations of student needs and what support they respond to (as per SWW role)
• Providing students with social and emotional support and providing additonal support in the school to enhance student engagement and wellbeing
• Contributing to and promoting the development, alignment, attainment and review of the mission and strategic goals for Brisbane Catholic Education
• Working closely with others to promote and develop student wellbeing, emotional resilience, positive relationships and a sense of community
• Collaborating with other role holders such as the Campus Minister or APRE in supporting the faith, spiritual and pastoral needs of students
• Provide appropriate referrals for students in accordance with school approved protocols and processes
• Promote positive partnerships within and beyond the school community.

About You
To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Contributing and working with others in partnership for the common goal of students' wellbeing
• Supporting students' emotional resilience, positive relationships, and spiritual needs
• Key knowledge of support services to be able to assess and provide appropriate referrals for students
• Building and maintaining positive relationships within the school and local community, promoting partnerships that support students' holistic development
• Demonstrate understanding of Catholic values, emotional intelligence, and crisis management to address the spiritual, emotional, and academic needs of students

• Certificate IV qualification in Youth Work or Pastoral Care or related field

• The certificate or equivalent qualification must include two units of competency in 'making appropriate referrals', 'mental health', 'working with young people or 'cultural awareness and support'.

• Completion of the professional learning package, 'Responding to and Preventing Cyberbullying' delivered by the Office of the eSafety Commissioner within three months of commencing and every two years thereafter
• For government funded programs, apply for a temporary waiver through Queensland Catholic Education Commission (QCEC), if the above qualifications are not met.

Eligibility And Safeguarding Requirements

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.

Why choose BCE
Benefits
Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
• Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
• Active staff social club and wellness programs
• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.

Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone's responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.

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