Pastoral Care Coordinator

2 weeks ago

Isabella Plains n Capital Territory, Australia Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Full time $149,107 per year

Sa
lary Range:
$149,107 full-time equivalent plus superannuation.

Employment Status:
Full-time

Eligibility:
Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Start Date:
Friday, 23 January 2026

About St Mary MacKillop College
St Mary MacKillop College is Canberra's largest secondary school, operating across two campuses: Years 7 to 9 at our Padua Campus in Wanniassa, and Years 10 to 12 at our St Peter's Campus in Isabella Plains. As part of the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG), we are connected to a wider network of 56 Catholic schools and nine Early Learning Centres across the region. Our diverse and talented teaching staff bring a wealth of experience and expertise from many different backgrounds, creating a friendly and supportive environment that enriches learning. We offer a wide range of curriculum options, excellent facilities, and numerous co-curricular opportunities. At MacKillop, we provide staff with pathways to leadership, access to professional learning and wellbeing programs, flexible working arrangements, and support for those transitioning from primary to secondary teaching. We are proud of our inclusive, welcoming community and our strong culture of quality teaching and learning, committed to providing a safe and supportive environment where every student can thrive.

About The Role
The Pastoral Care Coordinator is responsible for the well-being of students in their year cohort. They work in collaboration with the Assistant Principal, Pastoral Care, and Director of Student Wellbeing, and in partnership with other middle leaders in the College, to oversee the holistic development of students in their care to improve each student's academic growth. The Pastoral Care Coordinator leads a team of Pastoral Care Teachers in the development, implementation, and evaluation of an innovative Pastoral Program covering content not in the academic curriculum.

Benefits And Opportunities

  • Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
  • Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
  • 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
  • Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
  • Support for professional development and study opportunities
  • Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
  • Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching
  • Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP)
  • Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) accreditation

Application Process
Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description. This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.

For further information about the School, please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CECG) can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries:
Please contact Michael Lee on or via email

Application queries:
Please contact the Recruitment team on or via email

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