Student Support Officer - Wellbeing (Albany)

AI Job Summary
- Experience working with children/young people, ideally in a school setting.
- Experience supporting students with emotional regulation, engagement and behavioural challenges.
- Qualification such as Youth Work, Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, Education Support/Teacher Aide, or related field Sign up or log in to analyse my fit Role Type On-site
• Permanent
• Part-time
• Entry Level Description THE SCHOOL At Great Southern Grammar, we believe extraordinary schools are built by extraordinary people. We acknowledge that our greatest strength is our people; they give of their best so our students can achieve their best. We are a community of professionals united by a shared purpose: to nurture an setting where every student and staff member can flourish. Grounded in Christian values and guided by our vision to Create YOUR impact, we live our core values of Respect, Integrity, Courage and Compassion in everything we do. ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a compassionate and committed Student Support Officer – Wellbeing (Early Childhood and Primary School) to join our vibrant school community. This position is part-time (0.6 FTE) with a commencement date Term Three, 20 July 2026 or by negotiation. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the daily lives of students. As the Student Support Officer – Wellbeing, you will provide a practical, emotional and pastoral support to help students successfully engage in learning and school life. This role provides early intervention, informal support, mentoring, co-regulation, supervision and practical student wellbeing assistance within the School environment. Working closely with our Early Childhood and Primary School teams, you will play a key role in supporting students to develop resilience, regulate emotions and build positive relationships. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Student wellbeing and responsive support
- Behavioural engagement and re-entry support
- Student support planning and case management
- Targeted wellbeing programs
- Collaboration and pastoral care
- Supervision and duty of care Please refer to the Position Description on the School’s website for role responsibilities. ABOUT YOU You are empathetic, calm under pressure, and passionate about supporting young people. YOU WILL BRING
- Experience working with children or young people, ideally in a school setting
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- The ability to build positive, respectful relationships with students
- Practical skills in emotional regulation and behaviour support
- A collaborative and proactive approach Relevant qualification, ie Youth Work, Counselling, Psychology or similar and training in trauma-informed practice, restorative practices, Mental Health First Aid, positive behaviours support and protective behaviours will be highly regarded. WHY JOIN GREAT SOUTHERN GRAMMAR?
- Be part of a values-driven, supportive and professional community
- Contribute to a school dedicated to excellence, care and student success
- Work in a collaborative environment where your impact is valued
- Play a key role in shaping the future growth of the School OUR COMMITTMENT Great Southern Grammar is committed to child safety and the wellbeing of all students and staff. All employees are expected to uphold this commitment and comply with relevant policies and legislation. HOW TO APPLY Please review the position description and submit a cover letter highlighting your suitability and expertise and an up-to date CV listing two (2) current professional referees who can comment on your work performance. Applications close Friday 12 June. QUESTIONS Questions specific to the role please contact the Principal, Mr Mathew Irving via email or telephone 08 9844 0305. Questions regarding the application or recruitment process or issues regarding uploading your application, please email or telephone (08) 9844 0305. The School is fully committed to the protection of children. Successful applicants must satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School’s child protection policies. Company Overview Outstanding Southern Grammar is a vibrant independent Christian co-educational day and boarding school for students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year Twelve. We are located on 144 acres (58ha) adjoining the picturesque Oyster Harbour in Albany. All Great Southern graduates are beacons of light in the world having a positive, lasting impact in their communities for the common good. Our vision is: Create YOUR impact. All students experience success and become to know their key place in the world. Position Description View Position Description Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r1gfy