Amberley District State School is seeking an experienced Student Support Worker with expertise in disability to support upper years students as they prepare for high school, working closely with families, staff, Student Services and external stakeholders to strengthen transition planning and build student confidence, independence and readiness for secondary school.

This role will work closely with upper years students to provide targeted support as they prepare for the transition to high school.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

Job details

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

Who We Are:

We are very proud of our history and the academic, sporting and cultural success of our young learners. As a learning community, we believe in every student and their ability to be successful learners.

Our staff are committed to creating an environment that makes achievement a reality for every student every day. Above are our Learning Assets. These are the skill sets that create success for learners now and into their future.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

As the Student Support Worker, you will play a key role in supporting upper years students with disability as they prepare for a successful transition to high school.

• Work closely with students to build confidence, independence, self-management and readiness for secondary school, while helping to create strong pathways of support for both students and families.
• Collaborate with teachers, school leaders, Student Services, families and external agencies to coordinate personalised supports and transition planning.
• Liaise with stakeholders, contribute to case management processes, and help ensure adjustments, strategies and supports are in place to meet student needs.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities, 

The Perfect Fit:

This role requires a proactive, organised and relationship-focused professional who can work as part of a team, communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, and advocate for positive outcomes for students.

A strong understanding of disability support, inclusive practices and transition processes will be highly valued.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)

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.

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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MSR683899_26T Role Description (PDF, 316KB)
  Role Description