We are looking for someone who is dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment, inspiring students to reach their full potential, and committed to their professional growth.

If you are ready to inspire, challenge, and empower the next generation, we want to hear from you!

The Opportunity

Catholic College Wodonga is seeking an Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Mentor to join our friendly school environment. This is an exciting ongoing opportunity to be part of Catholic Education in the Sandhurst Diocese.

The ATSI Mentor role provides specialised, on-site support to meet the needs of ATSI students and their families within the school community. The ATSI Mentor’s role is embedded in Catholic College Wodonga’s Student Services team and will contribute to the provision of optimum learning opportunities and pastoral care of ATSI students.

About Catholic College

We’re a co-educational school with around 1250 students from Year 7 to Year 12.

The school opened in 1979 when St Augustine’s Girls Secondary College expanded and moved to this location as Catholic College Wodonga. Today the school continues its affiliation with Mercy Education, and was recently recognised as one of Cambridge University’s 100 Most Innovative Schools. We’re proud to be known as a school that’s welcoming to all. We provide a balance of spiritual, academic, cultural, physical, emotional and social learning within a respectful and positive environment

Find more information about CCW here.

About You

• You have the ability to effectively plan, organise and deliver innovative and creative programs, resources and activities relating to ATSI students, families, and the school community.
• You have strong communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with school leadership and staff.
• You hold a current Working with Children Check.

 What We Offer You

• A supportive and engaged school community, with opportunities for career advancement.
• Innovative Learning Practices.
• Opportunities to work with a diverse group of students and educators.
• Engagement with a school community that celebrates inclusivity, faith, and shared values.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.
• A strong commitment to student welfare and holistic development.

 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’.  

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety  

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

Applications Close: Friday May 9th 2025 at 4pm.

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

For more information about CESL or to register for future opportunities, please visit our website here. For application assistance, please review our application guide here.