Director of Student Wellbeing & College Psychologist

Oxley Christian College is an independent, coeducational school in the outer eastern suburbs of Melbourne.

We are a vibrant, growing community with around 1000 students providing excellent programs from Early Learning through to VCE (Year 12). A supportive culture, modern facilities and beautiful grounds support a dynamic teaching and learning environment.

If you have a passion for Christian education and can wholeheartedly engage in the College’s expression of faith, and its faith practices, you are encouraged to apply.

Director of Student Wellbeing & College Psychologist

The College is seeking applications for a Director of Student Wellbeing & College Psychologist, full time 1.0 FTE (part time negotiable) commencing July 2025.

The Director of Student Wellbeing & College Psychologist is responsible for overseeing the holistic psychological and emotional development of students at Oxley Christian College. The incumbent will lead initiatives to promote student mental health, provide counselling services, and support the overall wellbeing of students, in alignment with the College’s ethos and Christian worldview.

As the resident College Psychologist, the purpose of this position is to provide psychological services to students within the Junior and Senior Schools where appropriate. Psychological services may involve psychological assessment, counselling and / or consultation to students, parents and College staff. Following identification of wellbeing, psychological and / or educational concerns, a recommendation for referral out, or management within the College, may be made in consultation within the College’s referral preferences.

Application Form and Requirements

To be considered for the position of Director of Student Wellbeing & College Psychologist, please refer to the Position Description found on the Careers page of the College’s website (www.oxley.vic.edu.au) and complete the Non-Teaching Employment Application Form and submit with accompanying documentation as requested below. Please note applicants are reminded to provide confirmation of their registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Please forward the completed Application Form along with your cover letter and resume by email to employment@oxley.vic.edu.au.

Closing date for applications is Thursday 10 July 2025. Applicants are advised the position may be interviewed and appointed prior to the closing date.

Applicants who choose not to submit an Application Form may not be contacted.

Child Safe Requirements

In accordance with the Oxley Christian College ethos, all employees are required to comply with the College Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct (available on the College website), and other requirements of the Victorian Child Safe Standards.

The position requirements, duties and responsibilities involve child-connected work. All employees are required to hold and maintain essential or relevant qualifications, and hold and demonstrate the necessary experience and attributes, in relation to child safety. Hence, employees are expected to provide a child safe environment in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.