• Position Number: 0065827
• Location: Parkville
• Role type: Part Time (0.8 FTE) - Full-time; Fixed-term until 10/12/2026. 
• Faculty: Education
• Salary: Level A - $83,468 - $113,292 p.a. plus 17% super (pro rata for part-time)

Play a pivotal role in supporting the mental health and wellbeing of primary school students by guiding and training Mental Health and Wellbeing Leaders across a diverse range of schools.

Make a lasting impact on the mental health landscape in schools, while contributing to an innovative, evidence-based initiative in collaboration with leading educational and research institutions.

Enjoy a benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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Contribute to the important Mental Health in Primary Schools (MHiPS) Initiative, supporting the capacity of schools to promote student wellbeing. As a Learning Leader, you will work directly with a diverse group of Mental Health and Wellbeing Leaders (MHWLs), guiding their learning journey, delivering engaging training, and supporting implementation of whole-school mental health strategies. With a focus on both content delivery and individualised guidance, this role combines high-level coordination, expert facilitation, and meaningful relationship-building across the education and health sectors.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering and coordinating evidence-based training programs, including workshops and learning community sessions, both in-person and online, while responding to participant queries and providing ongoing learning support.
• Supporting and guiding Mental Health and Wellbeing Leaders in developing and implementing school-wide mental health plans, facilitating professional learning, and sharing relevant resources to build capacity in school settings.
• Managing and maintaining accurate records, training attendance, and administrative tasks with precision, including supporting the use of the learning management system and contributing to project reporting and evaluation.
• Collaborating and liaising with internal and external stakeholders, contributing to research and additional project activities, and engaging in professional development as part of a committed and collegiate team.

You will be a great fit if:

You are a compassionate and collaborative professional, adept at building trust and cultivating meaningful relationships across diverse educational and professional settings. With a calm and confident presence, you demonstrate emotional intelligence, strong interpersonal acumen, and a genuine commitment to supporting others in their learning and development.

Your excellent communication skills enable you to engage thoughtfully with a wide range of stakeholders, while your sound judgement, adaptability, and attentive approach ensures you respond sensitively and effectively to the evolving needs of schools and individuals. Above all, you bring a collegial spirit, a reflective mindset, and a deep sense of purpose to your work in advancing mental health and wellbeing in primary schools.

You may also:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in psychology, social work, allied health, education, or a related field, complemented by a minimum of five years' experience in a similar capacity.
• Proven expertise in applying evidence-based approaches to support the mental health and wellbeing of primary school students, preferably within a classroom or school context.
• Demonstrated experience in working directly with primary school-aged children, either in a school or clinical environment.
• Strong administrative, organisational, and time management capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and effectively.
• For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
• For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – The Faculty of Education

The Faculty of Education (FoE) fosters staff productivity, growth and engagement in a collective effort to enrich the contribution that education makes to society. We conduct research and teaching that leads to the transformation of education practice both within and beyond the profession. FoE stimulates learning that enriches the potential of students from around the world, enabling meaningful careers and profound contributions to communities.

We provide research leadership, setting the direction for high-impact, innovative and responsive research that addresses the pressing issues of our time. We lead purposeful engagement with society, sharing our resources and expertise as part of collaborative efforts to build a resilient, equitable and sustainable future.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods.  To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to [email protected] using the subject line: enquiry via EthicalJobs.  You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: about.unimelb.edu.au/careers

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit - about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at [email protected] using the subject line: enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Working at the University – what you need to know

This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!

Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)
• For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Petra Newton via email at [email protected] using the subject line: enquiry via EthicalJobs, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description attached below.