Director of Pastoral Care and Wellbeing

Overview Sirius College is a non-denominational independent school (F-12) and is one of the leading educational institutions in Victoria with a mission to empower students to become critical thinkers and socially responsible individuals, motivated by moral values and a belief in tolerance, diversity and harmony.

About this role The Director of Pastoral Care and Wellbeing (PCW) is a senior executive role responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight of pastoral care and wellbeing across all campuses of the College. Reporting to the Executive Principal, the role leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of whole-school pastoral care and wellbeing frameworks that support students, staff, and families, while ensuring consistent, ethical, and compliant practice aligned with the College’s values and child safety obligations.

Job tasks and responsibilities

Provide whole-school leadership by setting, embedding, and communicating a clear pastoral care and wellbeing vision, standards, and holistic framework across all campuses.

Contribute openly, constructively, and professionally as a member of the School Executive.

Advise executive leadership on pastoral care priorities, emerging risks, and strategic direction.

Ensure consistent, ethical, and professional pastoral care practices across all campuses.

Lead the development, coordination, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of pastoral care, wellbeing, and community-based programs informed by data and evidence-based practice.

Maintain oversight of pastoral care documentation, data collection, reporting, and follow-up to ensure accountability and quality assurance.

Collaborate with Campus Principals and Coordinators to embed wellbeing-focused approaches across all school programs and initiatives.

Organise and facilitate regular meetings with the PCW Advisor, PCW Coordinators, and Mentoring Program Coordinators.

Oversee and support Pastoral Care Coordinators in the effective delivery of campus-based programs.

Oversee and support the Mentoring Program Coordinator in mentor recruitment, selection, allocation, and professional development.

Support the development and implementation of a consistent staff wellbeing framework across campuses.

Oversee the teaching, modelling, and implementation of Values-Based Education and Restorative Practices.

Uphold and model the College’s values, traditions, and expectations in all aspects of pastoral care.

Oversee the operation of the College’s boarding facilities and support the Head of Boarding Houses as required.

Research and analyse student, family, and community needs, concerns, and emerging risks.

Oversee and manage PCW allotments in collaboration with Campus Principals and PCW Coordinators.

Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with community organisations and external agencies.

Ensure all pastoral care practices comply with child safety standards, legal obligations, and regulatory requirements.

Undertake other duties as determined by the Executive Principal.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Working With Children Check (Employee).

Strong leadership presence with the ability to set direction and maintain standards.

Excellent communication skills with students, staff, and families.

Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage complexity, and make firm, principled decisions.

High level of emotional intelligence, professionalism, and moral integrity.

Deep alignment with the College’s values and commitment to child safety.

Current certification (or willingness to obtain) in:

First Aid and CPR

Anaphylaxis Management

Infection Prevention and Control

Mandatory Reporting

Food Safety and Handling

Job Applicationsclose :

Thursday, 19 February2026 *

*Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as they are received, and an appointment may be made prior to the application close date.

Position will commence

on Monday, 20 April2026.

All staff at Sirius College are expected to be informed of their obligations in relation to child safety. Employment with Sirius College is subject to school policies including the Child Safety Policy, Child Safety Code of Conduct and Child Safety Statement as listed on the College website.

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