Suitably qualified applicants are invited to express their interest in short term temporary/relieving opportunities as a Guidance Officer (Wellbeing Workforce & General) within the South East Region.

This applicant pool is open to candidates that meet the mandatory requirements of the role as detailed in the attached role description. Applications will be assessed through a merit process in Term 3 and suitable candidates may be reviewed and considered throughout 2026/2027, when short term temporary engagements are required.

The submission of an application to this RAL pool does not guarantee an offer of employment or an application assessment response. Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.60FTE), 30 hours per fortnight.

Job details

About the Department of Education:

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

Your opportunity:

• This opportunity is part of a talent pool for short term temporary/relieving opportunities as a Guidance Officer (Wellbeing Workforce & General) within the South East Region
• Provide professional expertise, leadership and support to school communities and networks in the development and implementation of plans, programs, and procedures to assist students in achieving positive educational, developmental and lifelong learning outcomes
• Collaboratively negotiate, develop and implement programs for students that have a focus on preventative and early intervention strategies; are responsive to identified personal, social, emotional and educational needs; and aim to foster resilience and personal skills development.

Responsibilities Include:

• Providing counselling, psychoeducational assessments, and individualised support to students, addressing educational, behavioural, mental health, and family issues.
• Collaborating with parents, school personnel, and external agencies to deliver comprehensive support, case management, and referral services.
• Conducting assessments to identify learning difficulties, disabilities, or psychological needs and recommending appropriate interventions.
• Assisting schools in implementing student protection, behaviour support policies, and individualised plans such as Educational Support Plans.
• Supporting secondary school students with Senior Education and Training (SET) planning, career development, and future pathway counselling.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

About You:

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has strong interpersonal and communication skills to build positive relationships with students, families, and school staff.
• Demonstrates the ability to manage sensitive and complex student issues within an ethical framework.
• Is highly organised, with excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
• Has experience in counselling, education, or student support services.
• Is committed to fostering inclusive practices and supporting diverse student needs.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a current CV (maximum 3 pages) including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor)
• Attach a maximum 2 page written response outlining your suitability for the role referring to the key capabilities 1-4 identified in the role description
• Attach a copy of relevant transcript/s
• Attach certified copies of your relevant qualifications
• Responses to the online questionnaire (the questionnaire will open after you have clicked apply and entered your personal details)

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.

• SER699033_26T - Role Description (PDF, 299KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants