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Role Description/Criteria

This is a 5 day a week position with hours 10am-2:30pm daily. 

Applicants must be able to demonstrate:

• commitment to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in their care 
• enthusiasm and a willingness to work collaboratively in a team-based environment to meet the needs of our students and families
• Implementing MACS & School First Aid policy, guidelines and procedures;
• Recording all first aid visits, keeping all students’ electronic records/documentation up to date and maintaining an accident and injury register of students and staff treated. 
• Providing assistance to students as per medical management plans for ongoing health conditions including, but not limited to Asthma, Anaphylaxis, Epilepsy, Diabetes and Spinal Muscular Atrophy;
• Developing student health support plans in consultation with the Principal, Principal’s delegate and student’s parent; 
• Ensuring appropriate procedures and administration for any medication provided to school
•  Ensuring all first aid kits are regularly checked and fully stocked and all medical equipment is well maintained
• Maintaining the first aid room in an organised and OHS compliant manner
• Arranging the appropriate professional learning for staff in First Aid, CPR, Asthma, anaphylaxis or other relevant training
• Conducting twice yearly staff briefings on anaphylaxis, including auto-injector verification of staff; 
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation; 
• Any other duties as directed by the Principal

Key Attributes

• Uphold confidentiality and discretion when managing sensitive information or situations.
• Establish and maintain strong, trusting relationships with families and external partners.
• Actively promote and model healthy physical and mental wellbeing; remain attentive to signs of concern in oneself and others and respond appropriately.
• Demonstrate ethical conduct, respect, empathy, and strong interpersonal skills in all professional settings.
• Foster positive, respectful relationships with students, colleagues, and the broader school community.
• Contribute to a school culture grounded in high expectations, optimism, trust, empathy, and openness.
• Plan and carry out responsibilities in an efficient, timely, and well-organised manner.
• Collaborate with colleagues to build a supportive, inclusive, and growth-focused team culture.
• Proactively seek feedback and engage in ongoing professional learning to improve knowledge and practice.
• Act with integrity, and consistently support fairness, inclusion, and equity for all.
• Exhibit perseverance, patience, and resilience in the face of challenges and change.

Key Selection Criteria

1. Current Working with Children Check and National Police Check. 
2. Current Victorian Nurses Board Registration - Registered Nurse. 
3. Current First Aid and CPR Qualification. 
4. Current certification in relation to Asthma, Anaphylaxis and allergy care, Anaphylaxis Verification, Epilepsy and other medical conditions as required
5. Evidence of unwavering commitment to fostering a workplace that prioritises the safety and wellbeing of all, with a demonstrated understanding and enactment of the legislative and systematic compliance requirements applicable to all Catholic schools.

A detailed list of duties is listed below. Core duties will involve:

• Implementing MACS & School First Aid policy, guidelines and procedures;
• Carrying out health promotion education within program guidelines and act as a health resource to the school community; 
• Recording all first aid visits, keeping all students’ electronic records/documentation up to date and maintaining an accident and injury register of students and staff treated. 
• Providing assistance to students as per medical management plans for ongoing health conditions e.g. Asthma, Anaphylaxis, Epilepsy, Diabetes, Spinal Muscular Atrophy
• Ensuring appropriate procedures and administration for any medication provided to school
• Ensuring all first aid kits are regularly checked and fully stocked and maintaining the first aid room in an organised and OHS compliant manner; 
• Arranging the appropriate professional learning for staff in First Aid, CPR, Asthma, anaphylaxis or other relevant training
• Conducting twice yearly staff briefings on anaphylaxis, including auto-injector verification of staff; 
• Any other duties as directed by the Principal

Application Procedure

Applications should be made in writing and forwarded via email to 

Application should be addressed to Justine Sapiano (Acting Principal) at the following email address:principal@sclalorwest.catholic.edu.au and include:

Cover letter (1-2 pages): expressing interest in the role; the skills/qualities you could bring to the role, career highlights, and why you would be suitable.

A complete CV with 3 listed referees and contact details.

The applicant must provide evidence of the following:

1. Current Working with Children Check and National Police Check. 
2. Current Victorian Nurses Board Registration - Registered Nurse. 
3. Current First Aid and CPR Qualification. 
4. Current certification in relation to Asthma, Anaphylaxis and allergy care, Anaphylaxis Verification, Epilepsy and other medical conditions as required
5. Evidence of unwavering commitment to fostering a workplace that prioritises the safety and wellbeing of all, with a demonstrated understanding and enactment of the legislative and systematic compliance requirements applicable to all Catholic schools.

If you have previously worked in a school the current/most recent Principal will be contacted in reference to your application, please include contact details. Please note: this position may be filled prior to the closing date if suitable applicants are found.

The successful applicant will commence Term 1, 2026