Make a lasting impact as a Guidance Officer at Woorabinda State School.

This permanent opportunity is ideal for a culturally responsive and relationship-focused professional who is passionate about supporting student wellbeing, engagement and success.

Working within a close-knit school community, you will help students overcome barriers to learning and strengthen positive outcomes for young people and their families.

Job details

About the Department

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

About the School

Woorabinda State School is a proud and connected school community where relationships are at the heart of everything we do. Staff work collaboratively to create a positive, inclusive and high-expectations learning environment, supported by strong partnerships with families, Elders and the wider community. The school is committed to improving outcomes for students through culturally responsive practices and a shared focus on wellbeing, engagement and achievement.

We encourage prospective applicants to contact the Principal to discuss the role, the school and the unique opportunities available at Woorabinda State School prior to submitting an application.

About the Role

As Guidance Officer, you will work closely with students, families, school staff and community partners to support wellbeing, engagement and educational success.

This role requires a proactive and compassionate practitioner who can build trust, navigate complex situations and contribute to positive outcomes for students. 

You will:

• Provide guidance and counselling services to support student wellbeing, engagement and learning.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with students, families, staff and community members.
• Work collaboratively with school leaders, teachers, wellbeing staff and external agencies.
• Support culturally responsive and trauma-informed approaches across the school.
• Contribute to inclusive practices that enable every student to participate, progress and succeed.
• Manage a professional caseload, applying sound judgement, confidentiality and ethical practice.
• Use effective communication and problem-solving skills to support students experiencing barriers to learning.

What We Offer

• A supportive leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and professional growth.
• Professional learning opportunities focused on cultural capability, inclusion, trauma-informed practice and student wellbeing.
• Opportunities to work alongside a multidisciplinary team and experienced education professionals.
• Strong partnerships with local Elders, community members and service providers.
• The chance to make a genuine difference within a welcoming and community-focused school.

This is an opportunity to combine professional expertise with meaningful community engagement while supporting positive futures for students in a unique and rewarding setting.

How to Apply

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should understand your relevant work history).
• Attach a written statement (1-page maximum) in response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the Role Description.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the Role Description.

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

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

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 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
  
  CQR691216_26P - Role Description (PDF, 383KB)
  Role Description