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Pastoral Care Officer
About the Role
The Pastoral Care Officer supports the wellbeing and spiritual growth of all members of the St Mary’s School community. This role fosters a caring and inclusive environment where students feel safe, valued and connected, consistent with the mission and values of St Mary’s as a Catholic primary school.
The successful applicant should have the following skills:
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Provide emotional and social support to students individually and in small groups, assisting them to develop resilience, empathy and a sense of belonging.
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Liaise with families and external support agencies, where appropriate, to promote positive student outcomes.
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Relevant qualifications
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Benefits:
- Make a real, daily impact on the wellbeing, faith and sense of belonging of every child and family in a small, close-knit community.
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Use and grow your strengths in listening, empathy and problem-solving while working alongside a supportive, values-driven staff team.
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Lead and contribute to meaningful wellbeing and spiritual initiatives, with the satisfaction of seeing a positive, hope-filled school culture flourish.
Applicants will be required to submit:
- A Cover letter (addressing the above criteria)
- A Resume that includes 3 nominated referees, including current employer
For a confidential discussion about the role contact:
The Principal, Clare Scanlon on: 0466 600 841
Applications close: Tuesday 21st April, 2026 at 2pm.
Guided by our vision of “the pursuit of fullness of life for all,” DOBCEL is committed to inclusion and the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children and young people in our care. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who support Catholic education and value the unique contributions of each person.
About Us
St Mary’s Primary School in Clarkes Hill is a small rural school located approximately 16 kilometers north east of Ballarat. It was founded over 70 years ago to provide Catholic education for the children of the farming community of Clarkes Hill and its surrounds. The school provides opportunities to educate all children in a caring, happy and supportive environment in a spacious, picturesque country setting. St Mary's aims to create an atmosphere in which both children and staff grow and develop as a Christian community loved by God. We offer the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes that will enable the children to lead full Christian lives and be able to play an active role in their community. The staff aims to extend a sense of belonging and welcome within the wider community of home, school and parish by offering a broad curriculum in an environment that is safe, inclusive and respectful.
