This role offers a meaningful opportunity to influence student outcomes at both an individual and whole-school level.

The successful applicant will join a school committed to inclusive practices, student voice and strong community partnerships.

We are seeking someone who is solution-focused, committed to continuous improvement and confident working in complex environments.

Flexible work arrangements (where operationally viable) and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing are priorities within our school.

Applicants who are passionate about supporting diverse learners and shaping future pathways are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job details

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

Circuit Schools:

• Allenstown State School (0.60FTE)
• Mount Morgan State High School (0.20FTE)
• Bajool State School (0.03FTE)
• Marmor State School (0.02FTE)
• Ridgelands State School (0.08FTE)
• Stanwell State School (0.02FTE)
• Westwood State School (0.02FTE)
• Wowan State School (0.02FTE)

About Us:

Our team operates with a collective responsibility for student success, where support staff and teachers work closely together.

We value open communication, shared problem-solving and professional trust.

The Guidance Officer is seen as a key leader in student wellbeing, shaping whole-school approaches rather than working in isolation.

Unique to our setting is a strong focus on early identification and coordinated support, ensuring no student slips through the cracks.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

• Advocate, provide counselling, psychoeducational assessment and individual student support, recommendations and advice to students, teachers and parents concerning educational, behavioural, career development, mental health and family issues.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and facilitate effective working relationships and partnerships with parents, school personnel and external support agencies in order to provide a comprehensive support, case management and referral service that optimises students' access and engagement in educational programs.
• Provide a counselling and referral service to assist students in decision making about critical educational, personal, social, emotional and career development, and provide ongoing support during the implementation phase of their decision.

The Perfect Fit:

• Strong commitment to student wellbeing, equity and inclusion, ensuring every learner can succeed.
• Highly developed empathy, professionalism and ethical judgment, particularly when managing sensitive situations.
• Ability to build trust and strong relationships with students, families, staff and external agencies.
• A proactive mindset focused on early intervention, prevention and resilience building.
• Capacity to lead and influence whole-school approaches to student support and wellbeing.
• Demonstrated expertise in counselling, psychoeducational assessment and case management.
• Proven ability to develop and implement targeted student support programs aligned to departmental policy.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team, including collaboration with external service providers.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with diverse school communities.

Benefits:

• Access to regular clinical and technical supervision to support professional growth and reflective practice.
• Ongoing professional development aligned to best practice in student wellbeing and mental health.
• Opportunities to lead whole-school initiatives, including behaviour support, student protection and wellbeing programs.
• Strong leadership support from the Principal and regional networks, ensuring you are never working in isolation.
• The chance to make a genuine, lasting impact on student outcomes and pathways.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role description 

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CQR690854_26T Role Description (PDF, 316KB)
  Role Description