Narangba Valley State High School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Guidance Officer to join our dynamic team. We are looking for a qualified professional with strong interpersonal skills, a commitment to student welfare, and the ability to foster a positive and supportive learning environment. Experience in working with diverse student populations and knowledge of Queensland education policies and frameworks will be highly regarded.

This is a temporary full-time position for a period of 6 months, unless otherwise determined. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and contributing to a vibrant school community, we encourage you to apply.

Job details

About Us:

Narangba Valley State High School is a beacon of educational excellence where collaboration between educators, parents, and the community cultivates unparalleled learning experiences.

At Narangba Valley, we are steadfast in our mission to prepare students for the dynamic challenges of tomorrow. Through a holistic approach, we not only impart knowledge but also instil essential skills and foster exemplary character traits, ensuring our students thrive in an ever-evolving world.

Embracing our motto, 'Challenging the Future,' we embolden our students to think critically, innovate boldly, and make meaningful contributions to society. Guided by our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Commitment, we are passionately committed to shaping the future for young Queenslanders, one student at a time.

About the Role:

This role involves providing professional support to students, staff, and families to enhance student well-being, engagement, and academic success. The successful candidate will deliver counselling services, assist with career and educational planning, and support the development of inclusive practices within the school community.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Provide counselling, advocacy, psychoeducational assessment, and personalised support to students, while offering guidance to teachers and parents on educational, behavioural, mental health, family, and career-related matters.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams and build effective partnerships with families, school staff, and external agencies to deliver coordinated case management, referral pathways, and student support services.
• Assess student learning, behavioural, developmental, and emotional needs through observation and psychoeducational assessment, and recommend appropriate educational adjustments, interventions, and individualised support plans.
• Support schools in implementing student wellbeing, behaviour management, gifted education, student protection, risk management, and transition programs, including intensive behaviour support and reintegration into mainstream education.
• Deliver career development and future pathway counselling, maintain ethical and confidential record-keeping practices, and contribute to professional learning and training programs for school communities.

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 previous work history);
• A 2-pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of 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.

• MNR691052_26T - Role Description (PDF, 316KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants