Join Catholic Education Sandhurst in a dynamic and rewarding role where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. As the Aboriginal Education Officer: Student Wellbeing, you will play a vital role in empowering schools to create culturally safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments.

Sitting within the Catholic Education Central team, this full-time role connects curriculum leadership with community relationship building to support culturally responsive education across our schools.

The Position

• Title: Aboriginal Education Officer: Student Wellbeing
• Classification: Education Officer (CEMEA 2022)
• FTE / Hours per fortnight: 1 FTE / 76 hours per fortnight
• Employment Status: Ongoing
• Location: Bendigo, Tatura, Wangaratta
• Other Requirements: WWCC, VIT, National Police Check, Drivers License

In this role with us, you will:

• Implement Tier 1, 2, and 3 wellbeing interventions to support student engagement and attendance.
• Provide personal programs for students requiring additional support.
• Develop and implement a system-wide wellbeing curriculum.
• Collaborate with school staff to ensure culturally safe and inclusive environments for ATSI students.
• Offer training for school leaders, teachers, and allied staff on responding to wellbeing needs and creating culturally safe spaces.
• Support schools with attendance monitoring and implementing system-wide improvements in student duty of care policies.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to develop solutions for complex student wellbeing challenges.

You will bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Education.
• A deep understanding and demonstrated knowledge of ATSI culture and tradition
• Proven experience in implementing and managing student wellbeing and attendance strategies.
• Strong understanding of educational policies, Duty of Care requirements, and evidence-based practices.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with diverse groups, including school staff, leaders, parents, and students.
• A commitment to Catholic education and willingness to work within the Catholic ethos.
• Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration and a current unrestricted Victorian Driver’s Licence.

You’ll enjoy:

• Flexible and Hybrid working options
• Competitive benefits, growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
• An opportunity to work from Bendigo, Wangaratta, or Tatura.
• Generous leave provisions for more quality time with friends and family.

About The CESL Office

The CESL Office Team comprises of close to 150 employees working across 7 key functional areas, supporting over 50 schools and early childhood centres within the Sandhurst Diocese. We are a supportive and friendly team who are committed to working collaboratively with our schools to achieve the best outcomes possible for our students. With office locations in Bendigo, Wangaratta and Tatura.

Magnify Sandhurst

In 2025, a diocesan first, a comprehensive and exciting new learning and teaching program was simultaneously launched across over 50 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese. 

Magnify Sandhurst will be introduced across 2025 to 2027, with each phase designed to bring measurable improvements in each learning environment. 

Magnify Sandhurst is set to transform learning for students with more specific and explicit teaching practices, bringing greater consistency and a more predictable and effective education experience for all students. 

The Magnify Sandhurst program combines evidence-based practices in teaching and learning to support each student's unique needs, strengths, and goals, focusing on strengthening core areas like literacy and numeracy, building supportive classroom environments, and integrating Catholic values in daily learning. 

Learn more about Magnify Sandhurst. 

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL)  

CESL governs over 50 schools and early childhood learning centres across Central and North Eastern Victoria, in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. As we ‘Magnify Sandhurst’ with a special focus on learner growth, teacher professional development and ‘healthy and well communities’, we are committed to working in partnership with leaders, students and families, providing innovation and excellence; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality. Our motto is ‘Every Student, Every Teacher, Every School, Every Day’.  

Child Safeguarding Statement for Applicants

Adhering and complying to CESL’s child safety expectations, policies, and commitments is essential for every CESL role, as all staff play a vital part in upholding and promoting a child-safe culture.

All applicants are encouraged to review the Catholic Education Office Sandhurst - Child Safeguarding information prior to submitting their application.

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety  

CESL embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.  

Applications Close: 3 July 2026

Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the Key Selection Criteria within the Position Description.  

If you are interested in learning more about CESL or registering for future opportunities please visit our website here. For application assistance, please review our application guide here.