Keebra Park State High School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Student Support Officer to join our Engagement Team.

In this role, you will work with students, families, and staff to support student well-being and improve academic outcomes by providing individual and group support, delivering well-being programs, and connecting with external support services.

This position is available until 12 December 2025, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

About the School 

At Keebra Park State High School, you're part of a close-knit, dynamic learning community where every student is known, supported, and inspired to succeed. Unlike larger schools, our size allows for personalised attention, strong connections, and a focus on each student's strengths and goals. Our families and students value the personal support and genuine care we provide. Discover what makes Keebra different and join a team that truly makes an impact.

Your Opportunity 

As the Student Support Officer, you will: 

• Liaise and provide support to students and families at the school/college and liaise with the wider community.
• Promote the benefits of education to improve outcomes for students and families.

The Student Support Officer reports to the nominated supervisor.

Your Responsibilities 

As the Student Support Officer, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: 

• Innovate data capture management systems and develop subsequent intervention strategies.
• Build and sustain positive relationships with students, parents, community and elders, and provide input into local decision making to ensure optimum outcomes.
• Liaise with families and conduct home visits to encourage school attendance and to motivate students.
• Liaise with students and families to recognise any educational, social, emotional or behavioural issues.
• Work within a team based management approach as a contact for students, families or community members regarding any concerns.
• Monitor the behaviour and wellbeing of students to identify issues and organise intervention.
• Lead and implement initiatives to encourage a positive, caring and supportive environment at the school for students, families and community members.

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 be familiar with your relevant work history). 
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing the how you may 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.

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.

• SER641232_25T - Role Description (PDF, 259KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants