THE OPPORTUNITY

Salary: $83,214 - $89,326 per annum pro rata + 11.5% super + leave loading (dependent on qualifications and experience).
Time Fraction: Part Time, 0.6 EFT.
Location: Across all major Holmesglen campuses.
WWCC: Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining and maintaining an ‘employee’ Working with Children Check.
Police Check: Appointment to this position is dependent on obtaining a Police Check.
Position Status: Ongoing contract of appointment, with a 6-month qualifying period.

Join our dedicated Student Wellbeing team and make a meaningful impact! As a Student Welfare Officer, you will play a key role in identifying and implementing welfare services to support students across all Holmesglen campuses. Your responsibilities include contributing to policy development, maintaining records, and assisting in the planning of orientations and events. You’ll also develop procedures to address student issues, support service evaluation, and prepare reports on welfare trends. If you're passionate about student wellbeing and thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you!

ABOUT YOU

• Holds relevant graduate qualifications with demonstrated experience in a similar role.
• Strong background in welfare program planning, evaluation, and policy development.
• Skilled in delivering student support initiatives, including orientations and events.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills to effectively support student needs.
• Committed to ongoing professional development and innovation in student welfare.
• Experienced in managing welfare services, maintaining records, and coordinating resources.

ABOUT US

Holmesglen is a leading education provider, valued by local and international learners, industry and the community. We are recognised for innovation in education and training, applied research, creativity and entrepreneurship. Our open, collaborative and quality-driven culture inspires learners and staff to excel.

The Student Wellbeing Department provides comprehensive counselling and welfare services to support the holistic health and welfare of students. This encompasses providing short term counselling sessions, crisis intervention and mental health support services across all Holmesglen campuses. Additionally, the department coordinates welfare programs aimed at addressing students’ diverse needs, including financial assistance, housing support and food security initiatives. Through collaboration with Holmesglen departments and community resources, the department supports students to access necessary support systems to navigate challenges, promote resilience and foster a positive educational and personal experience.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

Holmesglen is committed to continuing to provide a safe workplace and have put systems and support in place for all our employees to work and deliver safely and flexibly.

Holmesglen is a child safe and equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people. We value diversity in our workforce and encourage people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles within our organisation, including the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

We provide our staff with:

- Employee Assistance Program

- Wellbeing programs

- Professional and career development opportunities

- Onsite parking and close proximity to public transport

- 14 weeks paid parental leave

- Flexibility to achieve work life balance

- Opportunities for all

We commit to respond to every applicant.

Employees attending certain workplace settings, including health and care facilities, may be required to be meet mandatory vaccination obligations.

TO APPLY

For further information relating to this opportunity and to view the position description, please click here.

All applicants must attach a Resume and Cover Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria (located on the last page of the Position Description). Please note, incomplete applications may not be considered.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 23rd of March 2025.

Like to know more? Please contact Kat Howell, Student Wellbeing Manager on 9564 2022 or [email protected]

For application queries, please contact [email protected]

If you require specific support to apply for this position, please contact the People Experience Department on 03 9564 1530 and we will work with you to identify the best way to assist.