Posted: 12/09/2025
Closing Date: 21/09/2025
Job Type: Permanent - Part Time
Location: Morisset
Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training
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ST JOHN VIANNEY PRIMARY SCHOOL, MORISSET

Are you passionate about supporting the wellbeing of children and helping them flourish in a nurturing, faith-based environment? St John Vianney Primary School in Morisset is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pastoral Care Worker to join our vibrant school community.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Pastoral care is defined in the Project Agreement with the Commonwealth Government as the practice of looking after the personal needs of students, not just their academic needs, through the provision of general spiritual and personal advice.

Pastoral care workers support the Pastoral Care of students by providing:

• pastoral care services
• strategies that support the wellbeing of the broader school community. NSCP, 2019, 10. (Guidelines on NSW Arrangements for 2020–2022).

The role of the pastoral care worker will vary depending on the needs of the individual schools and their communities. Therefore, schools are encouraged to shape the role of the position according to local needs and the capacities of the incumbent.

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Be a Catholic
• Have an understanding and willingness to support and follow the Catholic Identity and mission of the school, and have a good understanding of Catholic schools and the wider community
• Be an ethical, respected individual within and outside the school
• Have excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate and work effectively in teams with the Principal, the Parish Priest or his representative, the teaching staff, parents, the Learning Support Teacher, Learning Support Assistants, the school Counsellor, and the broader community
• Demonstrate good organisational ability and proved capacity to work effectively in a school environment
• Be competent and capable in monitoring and reporting requirements of CSO and NSCP
• Ability to prioritise the wellbeing of students and families
• Comply with the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012 (NSW) and all related laws concerning child protection

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
• Completion of anaphylaxis training
• Meet NSCP minimum qualification requirements (a Certificate IV in Youth Work or Pastoral Care or equivalent)

This is a Permanent Part Time position (14 hours per week), perfect for someone who is passionate about student wellbeing and is looking to make a lasting impact within a supportive team. You’ll work closely with staff, students, and families to promote a caring and respectful school culture.