Bracken Ridge State High School is seeking a dynamic Community Education Counsellor (Identified), for a temporary part-time position (0.50 FTE or 36 hours per fortnight) until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.

If you share our vision and have a passion for making a lasting difference, we invite you to join us and help our students to strive to accomplish.

As a Community Education Counsellor at Bracken Ridge State High School, you will play a vital role in supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students to engage, succeed and thrive in their education. '

Working closely with students, families, school staff and community, you'll help create a culturally safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

Job details

Who We Are:

At Bracken Ridge State High School, we pride ourselves on offering a broad and dynamic curriculum that caters to diverse interests and ambitions.

Our school is large enough to provide a wide range of academic, cultural, and co-curricular opportunities, yet small enough to ensure every student is known, valued, and supported on their individual journey.

We are dedicated to helping each student discover their strengths and explore pathways that lead to success in further education, careers, and life.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

• Provide counselling and targeted support services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students to enhance their educational engagement and wellbeing.
• Develop and implement programs and activities, both within and outside school, that encourage participation in education among students and their families.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships between schools, families, and external organisations to support student development and access to services.
• Offer cultural guidance and share knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives, ensuring cultural awareness and understanding within the school community.
• Advise school staff and leaders on cultural protocols and effectively manage funded programs to support student outcomes and community engagement.
• Participate in activities to develop productive partnerships between members of the school community.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

What You Will Bring:

• A strong connection to and understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultures, communities and perspectives
• Experience working with young people, families or communities in education, youth or community settings
• The ability to build trust and develop meaningful relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to advocate for student needs
• A genuine commitment to improving educational outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students

It would be great if you also have:

• Qualifications or training in counselling, youth work, community services or a related field
• Experience working in a school or education environment
• Experience delivering programs, workshops or cultural awareness training
• Knowledge of local community services and support networks

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 2-page written statement in response to 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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MNR689106_26T Role Description (PDF, 321KB)
  Role Description