Social Worker / Student Mental Health Officer
Employment
Full time, Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Closing date
30 August 2026
Posted 19 Aug 2026
Details look wrong? Report an errorAbout Wembley Primary School
School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
55.3
41.9 teaching · 13.4 non-teaching
Students per teacher
14.9:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
626
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
22%
Girls vs boys
324 girls · 302 boys
Socio-educational background
Above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Selection Criteria
- Ability to implement a range of small group and whole-school mental health prevention and promotion activities aimed at improving student mental health and wellbeing, including the delivery of capability building and awareness raising activities for staff and/or students on key mental health and wellbeing issues affecting the school¿s student population.
- Demonstrated ability to input into the development, implementation and evaluation of processes and strategies aimed at enhancing mental health and wellbeing prevention, promotion and early intervention.
- Demonstrated experience in assessing, conceptualising and analysing wellbeing issues, and providing evidence-based direct counselling support to clients with a range of mental health needs.
- Demonstrated experience in coordinating supports for young people with complex needs including referrals to a range of specialist services as appropriate.
- Highly developed communication, networking and interpersonal skills including the ability to liaise effectively with a wide range of people.
- Clear understanding of legislative requirements regarding privacy of health information.
Role
As a School Counsellor, at Wembley Primary School you will play a vital role in promoting a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment, with a core focus on student wellbeing, engagement and learning. Your primary responsibilities will include providing counselling services, supporting students' wellbeing growth, and collaborating with educators and parents/carers to create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
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