We’re seeking a motivated Human Resources Officer to join our team on a temporary full-time basis. In this role, you’ll provide day-to-day HR support, coordinate staff movements, and respond to employee enquiries. Work closely with the Business Manager to deliver efficient and responsive HR services that make a real impact.

Job details

Exciting Human Resources Opportunity at Southport Special School!

Southport Special School is seeking a dynamic and motivated Human Resources Officer to join our vibrant and supportive team!
At Southport Special School, our vision is to empower every student to reach their full potential in an inclusive, respectful, and inspiring learning environment. Every team member, no matter their role, contributes to making a lasting difference in the lives of our students and their families.
As an Independent Public School (IPS), we proudly operate with enhanced autonomy, giving our team greater flexibility and influence to drive positive change and remove barriers to student success.

About the Opportunity:

In this pivotal role, you will:

• Provide operational support and expert advice across a broad range of HR matters
• Coordinate staff movements and manage HR processes and procedures
• Be a trusted point of contact for staff enquiries regarding entitlements and workplace support
• Work closely with the Business Manager and leadership team to foster a positive and engaged workplace culture

This is an exciting chance to bring your HR expertise into a values-driven, community-focused environment where your contributions will truly make a difference.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a supportive, passionate, and highly professional team
• Make a meaningful impact in the lives of students, staff, and the wider community

If you're looking for a role where your HR skills will be valued, your ideas will be heard, and your work will have purpose, we would love to hear from you!

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

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. 

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. 

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.

• SER635005_25T - Role Description (PDF, 259KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants