Deputy Head of Wellbeing - Monbulk

This important role assists in the development and implementation of proactive, evidence-informed wellbeing initiatives that strengthen student resilience, promote emotional safety, and support positive educational outcomes. Working collaboratively across the campus, you will help coordinate wellbeing programs, resources, and support services to ensure a consistent and responsive approach to student wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in student wellbeing across the school.
• Collaborate with other wellbeing leaders in the design and implementation of proactive, evidence-informed wellbeing programs and initiatives.
• Support and oversee wellbeing teams, staffing, and resources to ensure high-quality support.
• Embed a whole-school approach to wellbeing that aligns with school values.
• Promote emotional safety, resilience, inclusion, and empowerment for all students.
• Build strong relationships with students, families, staff, and external partners.
• Contribute to policy development, risk management, and wellbeing planning.

About You

You are an inclusive, collaborative leader who is deeply committed to creating environments where young people feel safe, supported, and able to thrive.

You will bring:

• Experience in wellbeing leadership within an educational or youth-focused setting.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based wellbeing frameworks and programs.
• Ability to lead teams with empathy, clarity, and purpose.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A whole-school mindset with the ability to influence across all levels.
• Qualifications in psychology, counselling, social work, education, or a related field (highly regarded).

Cire Community Schools are a community based not-for profit service where we offer inclusive and supportive environments which celebrate diversity and value each student’s unique self. Our mission is to create a safe and supportive school where every student can grow academically, socially, and emotionally. We understand the impact of trauma on development and respond with empathy, care and respect.

To support the growth and wellbeing of our valued team members, we offer:

• Salary packaging and novated leasing options to give your wallet a boost
• Ongoing professional development, mentoring, and networking to keep your career thriving
• Discounted childcare fees for your little ones
• Subsidised professional development with career pathways, mentoring, and peer support.

The Application Process

Please apply via the link, addressing your application to the Director of Wellbeing, including the following information:

• A cover letter addressing your interest and experience aligned to the role
• Curriculum Vitae
• Evidence of a valid Working with Children Check

Applications close; November 13, 2026.

For recruitment and role enquiries, please contact the People and Culture team on 0475 451 860.

Cire Services reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications. We thank you for your understanding.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to creating a culturally safe, respectful, and empowering workplace where First Nations employees are supported to thrive, bring their perspectives and strengths, and contribute meaningfully to our organisation and the communities we serve.

Our Commitment to Child Safety

Cire Services is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and empowerment of all children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and all forms of harm to children. We are committed to the ongoing implementation of the Victorian Child Safe Standards to ensure that the wellbeing and safety of children and young people is at the forefront of all that we do and every decision that we make.

All staff members are responsible for understanding, implementing, and promoting our Charter of Commitment to Child Safety. This commitment is integral to our organisational culture and daily operations.

As part of our dedication to child safety, all prospective employees must undergo a thorough screening process before appointment. Compliance with our Child Protection Program is a mandatory condition of employment at Cire Services.