Metropolitan South Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division

Alexandra Hills State High School are seeking applications for a temporary part-time basis at 0.40 FTE and 29 hours per fortnight, for a period of 6 months, unless otherwise determined.

As the Youth Support Coordinator you will:

• Refer at risk students to appropriate agencies and support services that will assist students to overcome barriers to education and training.
• Provide individual support, case management and, where appropriate, group support to students to maximise their engagement with education and training.

The Youth Support Coordinator reports to the Principal or their nominated delegate on day to day matters and to the Regional Youth Support Coordinator on professional matters and for professional supervision.

Job details

Position status	Fixed Term Temporary
Position type	Flexible part-time
Occupational group	Education & Training
Classification	AO3
Workplace Location	Brisbane - East
Job ad reference	QLD/MSR635007/25E
Closing date	13-May-2025
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration	A period of 6 months unless otherwise determined
Contact person	Jackie Yarwood
Contact details	(07) 3820 1444 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 Alexandra Hills State High School

Alexandra Hills State High School is committed to providing outstanding learning opportunities, creating pathways to suit individual student needs and inspiring all students to achieve personal success. We have a proud record of academic, artistic and sporting achievement, and offer a wide range of extra-curricular programs including music, chess, robotics, community-service initiatives and cultural clubs.

At our Centre of Excellence in Automation and Robotics, we deliver dynamic and innovative programs, with students benefiting from cutting-edge resources and unique opportunities through industry and university partnerships. Our vibrant Dance Academy program continues to produce numerous regional and state titles.

We invite you to join us on an incredible journey where our vision of ‘Creating Pathways, Inspiring Success' ensures that every student has the opportunity to excel in their chosen field of interest and become the best they can be.

About the Role

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Identify barriers to young people achieving outcomes and referral to appropriate support services.
• Maintain records of student contact on a daily basis.
• Support students to achieve satisfactory learning outcomes.
• Develop and monitor post program support as required to meet program performance criteria.
• Develop and foster relationships between the school and families of students to assist at risk students to remain engaged with education or training.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

How to Apply

• Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 1-pg written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.

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. 

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. 

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). 

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. 

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 candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• MSR635007_25E - Role Description (PDF, 144KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants