Student Wellbeing Mentor

Mentors work in line with the College’s tri-partnership programs, including the Character Strengths Builder program to deliver life skills, Islamic ethos-focused support to K-12 students while liaising with the Heads of School, K-12 Director of Wellbeing, teachers and parents. They provide inclusive opportunities for students to grow and reach their full character potential to become authentic Australian Muslim citizens. 

This is a 4 day per week (0.8 load) part-time position commencing in term 4, 2026 (Monday, 12 October 2026). Generous remuneration above the published 2025 MEA rates.

The Mentoring program at Bellfield College offers

1. Relevance: it is student-centred and personalised in line with the ethos values of the College
2. Flexibility: it is tailored to the school's parent partnership and meets varied needs of students
3. Complementary: it supports other methods of learning and wellbeing through one-on-one social-emotional support as well as group mentoring workshops
4. Feedback: it provides a sounding board to encourage compassionate reflection and open understanding
5. Empowerment: it encourages students to develop self-confidence, social skills and spiritual growth.

When mentors and students form a trusting relationship, positive outcomes can include:

1. increased confidence and communication skills
2. improved engagement with learning and school
3. enhanced social skills, values and character strengths
4. students are supported to develop plans for the future

Mentors have a pivotal role in fostering a positive and authentic relationship with their student mentee.

Mentors are required to: