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Community Education Counsellor (Identified) - Redlynch State College
Far North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students and families at Redlynch State College!
As a Community Education Counsellor (Identified), you will help strengthen connections between the school, families and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, supporting student engagement, wellbeing and educational success.
If you are passionate about making a positive impact in your community, apply today and be part of a team committed to helping every student reach their full potential!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | CEC1-3 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/FNR704239/26T |
| Closing date | 02-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 25 June 2027 unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Michael Hansen |
| Contact details | 07 4039 9222 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
Redlynch State College is a well-established Prep to Year 12 state school located in Cairns, Far North Queensland.
The college is committed to academic achievement, student wellbeing and providing a supportive, inclusive learning environment.
With a strong focus on community connections, diverse learning opportunities and preparing students for future education and employment, the college values collaboration between staff, students, families and the wider community.
Your opportunity:
- Provide educational counselling and support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students across multiple schools.
- Develop and participate in school and community activities that encourage student engagement and strengthen family involvement in education.
- Implement support programs tailored to the educational needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and their school communities.
- Build and maintain connections with external support services and share cultural knowledge and information to promote understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives and protocols.
- Advise school administrators on relevant cultural and social matters, manage funded programs responsibly, and foster positive partnerships across the school community.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
- Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached 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 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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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
Information Package for Applicants
FNR704239_26T Role Description (PDF, 307KB)
Role Description
