Student Wellbeing Leader

Are you ready to lead with purpose and Heart?

We're looking for a passionate, vibrant and experienced leader to guide our established wellbeing team in supporting students who deserve a second chance at education and a strong foundation for life. If you're committed to fostering resilience, promoting wellbeing, and making a positive impact in the lives of young people, this role is for you

What's the opportunity?

As our Wellbeing Leader, you'll be at the forefront of student support, leading an established team of wellbeing specialists and youth workers to foster a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where students can thrive - emotionally, socially and academically. You'll oversee the implementation of wellbeing initiatives, deliver targeted programs to support individual student needs, and work closely with staff to ensure every student feels seen and valued.

Y Community School currently operates a senior secondary campus, with future developments including a year 7-9 campus and additional campuses anticipated as opportunities arise. You will lead the wellbeing team at our current campus and guide the development of wellbeing services across future campuses as the school grows.

For a detailed description of the role, check out the position description (copy link into browser):

This is a full-time, permanent opportunity located at Y Community School in Epping. Enjoy a flexible and supportive workplace, a free gym membership, ongoing professional development opportunities, and competitive rates including NFP salary packaging benefits to increase your take home pay.

About Us

Y Whittlesea is a not-for-profit that happens to be part of the oldest youth organisation in the world (YMCA) and oldest social enterprise, where all profits go back into our communities. Established in June 2024, the Y Community School is a fresh initiative, crafting a safe and inclusive learning environment for young people aged 15-20 who may have faced disengagement from mainstream education. We're all about providing support, services, and programs to empower individuals to achieve their goals and lead dignified lives. Be a part of something bigger

About You

You're highly organised, self-motivated and used to working as part of a team. You have a natural ability to guide others and build strong rapport with students, families and colleagues. Your strategic mindset, willingness to share knowledge, and talent for inspiring and motivating others will set you up for success in this role.

Relevant knowledge and skills

• Legal right to live and work in Australia.
• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work or equivalent.
• VIT Registration (preferred) OR current Employee Working with Children Check.
• National Police Check (and International if you have lived outside Australia in the last 5 years).
• Current First Aid & CPR (or willing to obtain).
• Extensive leadership experience in supporting vulnerable young people.
• Demonstrated ability to work professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong commitment to the safety and wellbeing of young people.
• High level of time management and organisational skills.
• An innate work ethic, respect and care for others, and consistent integrity to all that you do.

Ok, I'm in. How do I apply and stand out?

Applicants are invited to submit a resume and cover letter by clicking on the 'Apply Now' button.

Have a question about the role before applying? contact Sarah Abbott, Campus Principal on or email You can also email (we manage applications via our online portal, so please be sure to apply via the website and not by email. Thanks for your understanding).

Applications close date: 29/11/2025

We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible, as screening and interviews may begin as applications are received. This position may close early if a suitable candidate is identified before the official closing date.

Safeguarding at the Y

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy (copy link into your browser):

The Y is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people.