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EOI - Guidance Officer - St George State High School (Cluster)
Darling Downs South West Region - School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
St George State High School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic leader to join their vibrant Guidance Officer for their school cluster. St George, approximately 500km west of Brisbane, is a main service centre for agricultural industries offering a range of amenities, services, sporting and lifestyle events throughout the year. As a Guidance Officer, you have the opportunity to work within multidisciplinary teams, provide professional expertise, leadership and support to school communities, implement programs with a focus on preventative and early intervention strategies to support student's sense of belonging and engagement. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 21 January 2027 until 25 June 2027, unless otherwise determined.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 2 /HO1 |
| Workplace Location | Darling Downs - Maranoa |
| Job ad reference | QLD/DSR706649/26E |
| Closing date | 12-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 25 June 2027 unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Annette WOODROW |
| Contact details | 0457 562 154 Access the National Relay Service |
This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.
About Us
Located along the scenic Balonne River in St George Queensland, Australia. As a hub of the Southwest, St George is a place of historical significance for all people, including Aboriginal peoples. St George State High School is a co-educational institution dedicated to providing excellent education for students in grades 7 through 12. Our school is deeply committed to tailoring our educational offerings to meet the diverse goals and aspirations of all our students.
One of our distinctive features is a strong emphasis on agricultural education, reflecting the close-knit community's agricultural roots and interests. We aim to empower young individuals with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in any future they choose while making positive contributions to society.
About the Role
The successful applicant will work within a team of Guidance Officers based out of St George State High School delivering services to cluster schools such as listed below:
- St George State High School (0.62 FTE)
- Surat State School (0.20 FTE)
- Dirranbandi P-10 State School (0.10 FTE)
- Begonia State School (0.04 FTE)
- Bollon State School (0.01 FTE)
- Hebel State School (0.01 FTE)
- Thallon State School (0.02 FTE)
The ideal applicant is someone with excellent communication skills, who is able to work both individually and as part of a team, is student centred, and has the ability to collaborate with a range of stakeholders supporting students from Prep to Year 12. Applicants with current working knowledge of diverse learners, senior schooling adjustments, multi-tiered systems of support, inclusive practices, complex case management and experience in supporting students with complex needs, including students in out of home care, mental health and behavioural knowledge are encouraged to apply.
St George Guidance Officers are able to access fleet vehicles for delivery of service to the circuit schools and teacher accommodation is available within the town.
For further details regarding location information, please contact Thomas McKenna, Principal, St George State High School on 07 4620 8222. For circuit queries or technical and clinical questions, please contact Annette Woodrow, Senior Guidance Officer on 0457 562 154.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to apply
- Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history); and
- A 2 pages, demonstrating your unique abilities and capabilities against the four key selection criteria outlined in the “How you will be Assessed” of the 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.
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.
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DSR706649_26E - Role Description (PDF, 300KB)
Role Description
Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
Information Package for Applicants
