Wellbeing Officer (0.4 FTE – 2 days per week)
TLK Youth College, a division of Tuggerah Lakes Community College Limited, is a registered and accredited non-government special assistance high school. We are a non-political and non-religious institution that provides inclusive, flexible learning pathways for young people who have experienced challenges in mainstream education.
Our school supports students from Years 9 to 12, offering an adult learning environment that fosters independence, mutual respect, responsibility, and a genuine love of learning. We utilise a trauma-informed, student-centred approach designed to re-engage and empower young people across the Central Coast.
The Role
We are currently seeking a compassionate, qualified, and experienced Wellbeing Officer to join our dedicated team. This is a part-time role (0.4 FTE, two days per week), commencing at the beginning of Term 3, 2025, or as soon as practicable.
The Wellbeing Officer will play a key role in enhancing the social, emotional, and mental wellbeing of our students. Collaborating closely with educators, families, and external support services, the successful candidate will help foster a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment that promotes student growth and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group support to students, focusing on their social, emotional, and mental health needs
- Contribute to the development and implementation of student wellbeing and support plans
- Collaborate with families and external agencies to provide holistic support for students, including referrals to counselling or other support services when necessary
- Provide immediate support for students in emotional distress, ensuring a safe and supportive environment
- Promote a positive school culture that prioritises wellbeing, inclusion, and respect
Essential Criteria
- Qualifications in youth work, psychology, social work, counselling or a related field
- Experience working with young people, particularly those experiencing disadvantage or disengagement
- Sound knowledge of trauma-informed practice, adolescent development, and mental health
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Competency in using technology to support wellbeing practices and documentation
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a cohesive, multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
Desirable Attributes
- Experience in an alternative education or school-based setting
- Understanding of case coordination and referral pathways
- A calm, empathetic, and strengths-based approach to student support
Additional Requirements
Applicants must satisfy Child Protection Legislation, hold a current Working with Children number and will be subject to a Working with Children Check.
Remuneration will be in accordance with the Independent Schools NSW (Professional and Operational Staff) Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025.
Application Process
Interested applicants are invited to submit their applications, including:
1. A cover letter outlining suitability for the role.
2. A current CV detailing relevant experience and qualifications.
3. Contact details for three (3) professional referees.
Application Details
Applications close: 5:00pm, Thursday 5th June 2025
Position commences: Term 3, 2025, or as soon as practicable
Please submit applications via email to:
Mr Jay Osborn
Principal – TLK Youth College
📧 principal@tlkyc.nsw.edu.au
📞 (02) 4346 0800
🌐 http://tlkyc.nsw.edu.au
