Defence School Mentor

Employment

Part time, Temporary

Subject

General

Sector

Independent

Teaching level

Primary

Closing date

13 November 2026

13 days remaining

Posted 30 Oct 2026

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About South Coast Baptist College

School type

Co-educational

Year range

PP-12

School staff (FTE)

177

103.7 teaching · 73.3 non-teaching

Students per teacher

13.1:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

1,355

Indigenous students

2%

Language other than English

7%

Girls vs boys

663 girls · 692 boys

49%
51%

Socio-educational background

Around the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description

Defence School Mentor

Part-Time | 0.52 FTE | Fixed-Term Contract

 

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students from Australian Defence Force families.
 

South Coast Baptist College (SCBC) is seeking a caring, organised and relationship-focused Defence School Mentor (DSM) to support students from Australian Defence Force (ADF) families across our Primary and Secondary Schools.

This rewarding role focuses on student wellbeing, connection and belonging, helping Defence students navigate transitions and the unique challenges associated with the ADF lifestyle. Working collaboratively with students, families, College staff and Defence support services, you will help foster an inclusive school community where Defence students feel supported and connected.
 

SCBC is an independent, co-educational Christian school in Perth's southern metropolitan region, committed to providing quality Christian education and supporting every student to reach their potential.
 

Please read ourStatement of Faith to learn more about the Christian foundations of our College.
 

About the Role
 

As Defence School Mentor, you will provide age-appropriate mentoring, facilitate connection and inclusion, and help students and families access appropriate wellbeing support. You will work across Primary and Secondary to promote continuity of care, particularly during school transitions and periods of parental absence, deployment or relocation.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Support Defence students and families to feel welcomed, included and connected to the College community.
  • Provide mentoring and practical support to studen…

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