At Catholic College Wodonga, every student is supported to follow their own pathway.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Social Worker to join our school community.  This is an exciting full-time, fixed-term opportunity to be part of Catholic Education in the Sandhurst Diocese and to make a difference for students and their families.

While the position is advertised as full-time, our school is always looking for gifted staff to join our team, and we are open to negotiating a part-time role for the right candidate. So if you are interested in working with us please apply!  Go to the CESL recruitment page or our website for other teaching opportunities at CCW.

What We Offer You

• A supportive and engaged school community, with opportunities for career advancement.
• The chance to contribute to the success and sustainability of a thriving school environment.
• A secure and rewarding position within Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited.
• 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.

You will:

• Advocate for individual student's needs, both within the learning environment and family environment.
• Ensure that students are provide with relevant information and advice on matters related to their mental health and to facilitate optimal learning.
• Assist in the design, delivery and facilitation of Social Emotional Learning programs and the promotion of mental health and wellness within the school.
• Have a Tertiary qualification in Social Work, or a diploma with five years equivalent experience.
• Have a Current Working with Children Check.

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.

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: Wednesday May 21st 2025 at 5pm.

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.