About us
Saints College is a school of the Edmund Rice Education Australia Victorian Schools Ltd. Since 2012, we have led that way in radically inclusive education, by providing a safe, inclusive, and flexible learning environment for young people who have experienced barriers to accessing mainstream education. Our team is committed to supporting young people in re‑engaging with learning through neuroaffirming, strengths‑based and trauma‑informed approaches that meet their individual needs.
We prioritise building honest and authentic relationships with young people, their families, and communities, fostering a culture that values, supports, and celebrates the dignity and uniqueness of each person.
We offer a full‑time, multi‑year secondary education program designed to meet the diverse learning needs of young people. Through flexible and innovative teaching methods, we provide a safe, supportive and holistic learning experience that encourages young people to set learning goals, identify and develop their strengths, explore future pathways, and transition into adulthood, employment, further education, and community participation.
Our campuses offer tailored programs that integrate wellbeing and education, ensuring young people receive the individualised support they need to thrive. We work closely with families, community organisations, and support services to provide wrap‑around support that addresses both educational and personal development needs.
Our Young People
Young people come from diverse backgrounds and often face a significant and complex range of educational, social, developmental, environmental, psychological, health, and legal barriers to learning which require unique interventions. Our approach is grounded in the Operation By Principles framework, which combines education with an understanding of trauma‑informed practices.
We recognise that each young person’s journey is unique. Our staff are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and empowering learning environment where young people can develop confidence, reconnect with education, and work towards their goals.
Our Team
Our Colac campus, officially launched in 2022, has deep roots in the local community. Originally supported via our Geelong site, it became clear Colac needed a campus of its own. With a strong focus on local engagement and “Ready for Work” programmes, this small but passionate community creates meaningful learning opportunities for young people rebuilding their connection with school.
The Role
This role is responsible for assisting and supporting a young person’s engagement in learning. The position works collaboratively with teachers, other youth workers, wellbeing staff and school leadership. The employee must have a thorough knowledge of youth work and/or social work theories and practices and experience in applying this knowledge.
- Assist and support young people in engaging with learning activities.
- Collaborate closely with teachers and staff to develop and implement individualized learning plans.
- Facilitate the application of trauma‑informed and strengths‑based approaches within the classroom and extra‑curricular settings.
- Participate in ongoing career development and team meetings to enhance practice.
- Maintain good communication with families and external agencies to support holistic outcomes.
You will need
- Ability to commit to and work within our Operating Principles: Respect, Participation, Safety and Legal, and Honesty.
- Tertiary qualification in Youth Work, Social Work, Psychology, Behavioural Science or equivalent experience.
- Ability to obtain a Working with Children Check and provide a National Police Check certificate (issued within the last six months).
- Previous experience and/or qualifications relevant to supporting and/or leading an organisation’s commitment to being a child‑safe organisation.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a range of people.
- Experience in supporting young people with disability and/or neurodivergence.
- The ability to inspire and engage young people with learning activities.
- Be willing to support young people and our team members to reach their potential.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity.
To Apply
Please visit our website, learn about our work, and review the position information in Careers at Saints College Careers. Applications must be submitted using the Apply on our careers page and include:
- A letter of introduction and a one‑page response to the duties and responsibilities listed in the position description and how you would meet them;
- A current curriculum vitae outlining previous experience and skills;
- Two referees (including contact details). Please include a referee from your current or most recent place of employment. If this is a school, it needs to be the principal.
Applications will be assessed as they come through and the vacancy may be filled prior to the closing date of 4pm Thursday 4 December 2025.
We are a Catholic School in the Edmund Rice tradition and are recognised as a leading organisation for the provision of educational and social inclusion programmes for disenfranchised young people.
All applicants will be subject to EREA’s and legislative screening procedures. These checks are consistent with our commitment to child protection policies and procedures. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. Please review the Information Collection Notice on our website for details about how we manage your employment application information.
We are a child‑safe environment, committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and participation of all children and young people under our care. All staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child‑safe standards MO1359. All staff abide by the Child Safety Code of Conduct available at: Child Safe Standards: Policy | saintscollege.vic.edu.au
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