Student Wellbeing Manager

Join Scape and Shape the Student Experience!

Are you passionate about student wellbeing, pastoral care, and creating unforgettable community experiences? Do you thrive in leadership roles where your expertise in social work and mental health can make a real difference? Scape is looking for a Student Wellbeing Manager to lead our Melbourne operations and elevate the student experience to the next level.

•  Location: Melbourne CBD | Scape Franklin (on-site)
• Employment Type: Full-Time

Who are we?

Founded in 2013, Scape Australia is a market leader in developing Purpose-Built Student Accommodation, creating award winning environments where students not only live, but thrive. Providing a place to call home for over 19,000 residents across Australia. Wherever we go, in each building we open, our obsession with intuitive design and intelligent service puts our students, team members, guests and the Earth at the very heart of what we do.

The Role:

As our Student Wellbeing Manager, you’ll:

• Act as Field Educator for all social work placement students, administering the requirements of placement supervision and validation.
• Lead our student wellbeing and pastoral care programs, ensuring best-in-class support for all residents.
• Drive Next Generation initiatives, support Under 18 students, and foster community engagement through events and workshops.
• Champion gender-based violence prevention and response, ensuring compliance with the National Higher Education Code.
• Co-design student agency programs, including peer support and personal wellbeing plans.
• Build partnerships with universities, health providers, and local services to enhance student support pathways.
• Work closely with a team of student experience professionals, shaping a culture of care, inclusivity, and innovation.

What We’re Looking For:

• Formal qualification in Social Work (key requirement) and membership (or eligibility) with the Australian Association of Social Work (key requirement).
• 8+ years’ experience in mental health, pastoral care, or related student support roles.
• Proven leadership experience, including managing teams and social work student placements.
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care, gender-based violence, and culturally competent frameworks.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and conflict resolution skills.
• Passion for enhancing student life, wellbeing, and community engagement.

Why You’ll Love Working at Scape:

• Be part of a mission-driven organisation that genuinely values student wellbeing.
• Lead innovative programs that make a real impact on the lives of students.
• Work in a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in the student housing and wellbeing sector.
• Benefit from a variety of perks and rewards.

Interested? Here’s how to apply

This is a great time to be joining a growing business, that is willing and able to make a difference for our student residents, stakeholders and the community as a whole.  

If you feel you would like to join our team, apply now with your CV and 1-page cover letter! 

Applications will be open until the 31st October with interviews for early applicants commencing from the 20th October onwards.

No agencies please. 

At Scape we honour and welcome our rich heritage and contributions of First Nations and Indigenous peoples. Our workplace embraces diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment that respects and values your culture, traditions, and perspectives. Join us in building a harmonious and empowered community where everyone's voice is heard and celebrated.