Student Wellbeing Officer

Student Wellbeing Officer

Part time
1.0 FTE
Applications close Tuesday 7 April

Be part of a growing community-focused College in Adelaide's western suburbs. A purposeful and welcoming workplace where faith and education come together. Support student wellbeing at Portside. Join our wellbeing team mentoring students and delivering programs that help young people flourish

General Responsibilities

• Commit to the College Vision, Purpose, Values and Statement of Faith.
• Act in accordance with all College policies and procedures, including the Staff Code of Conduct, and the Staff Handbook.
• Develop and maintain positive, restorative and collaborative relationships with staff, students and parents.
• Actively contribute to the Christian life of the College community.
• Attend the annual College Retreat (compulsory) and other meetings, functions and extra-curricular activities as required.
• Participate in the College’s ongoing Professional Learning opportunities.

Role and Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the Student Wellbeing Coordinator to mentor and counsel students as part of the Student Wellbeing Team.
• Assist with the implementation of the College's Restorative Approaches program.

• Assist with the implementation of the Australian Student Wellbeing framework.

Qualifications

• A certificate or diploma level qualification, preferably with a specialisation in Counselling, with previous related work experience highly desirable.
• South Australian Government Working with Children Check.
• Current First Aid qualification – BELS First Aid training (HLTAID010) at a minimum.

• Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care (RRHAN-EC) Training.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Effective facilitation skills, ensuring participants meet learning objectives.
• Effective time management skills with proven ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload.
• Ability to be innovative, enthusiastic and self-motivated.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Ability to manage the demands of the position including administration and professional responsibilities.

Application deadline and details

Applications are to include

• Cover letter, maximum 1 page
• Written response to the above criteria, maximum 500 words
• Resume outlining details of qualifications and areas of study, educational history, previous employment and relevant personal information
• Completion of the Portside Christian College Employment Application form (Teaching or Non Teaching). Both forms are available here.
• Please submit your application to application@portside.sa.edu.au prior to 9am on Tuesday 7 April 2026. Please note we may appoint before this date if a suitable candidate is found.