We are seeking a compassionate, proactive and student-centred Guidance Officer to support the educational, social, emotional and mental health needs of our school community. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, sound professional judgement, a commitment to ethical practice and confidentiality, and the ability to build trusting relationships that empower students to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 21 January 2027 until 31 March 2028, unless otherwise determined.

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About Us

Tannum Sands State High School is a proud, inclusive and community-focused school committed to Creating our Futures. Guided by our values of Respect, Responsibility and Excellence, we strive to be a relational, learning-focused community that fosters belonging, respect, accountability and excellence for all. We believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and to pursue pathways that reflect their strengths, interests and aspirations.

Positive relationships, high expectations and quality teaching are at the heart of our school. We are committed to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students and staff feel valued, connected and empowered to grow. Through strong partnerships with families and our wider community, we work together to provide opportunities for every student to learn, achieve and thrive.

About the Role

Our Guidance Officer will be someone who is able to work as part of the support teams across the schools while also being able to work independently to deliver high-quality services. Applicants with knowledge of diverse learners, inclusive practices and supporting student's mental health and behavioural needs of students in secondary education would be highly favourable.

The Guidance Officer will desirably have a good working knowledge of the QCE system as well as an ability to provide counselling and career guidance to students. Departmental housing may be available for the successful applicant.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Provide counselling, psychoeducational assessments and individualised support to students, offering advice to families and school staff on learning, behaviour, mental health, wellbeing, family concerns and career development.
• Work in partnership with school staff, families and external to coordinate student support, case management, facilitate referrals and identify, and advocate with and for support services that strengthen student wellbeing, engagement and promote access to and participation in learning.
• Identify and assess students' learning, developmental, behavioural and emotional needs, recommending appropriate interventions, educational adjustments and individualised support plans.
• Work in partnership with the school to support student protection, behaviour management, gifted and talented education and risk management procedures, including the development of individualised support plans and responses to critical incidents, transitions and reintegration into mainstream education.
• Provide guidance on educational pathways, career planning and personal development, maintain accurate and confidential records in accordance with legislation and policy, and contribute to professional learning for staff, students and families
• Uphold confidentiality and professional record-keeping standards in line with legal and policy requirements, contribute to professional learning and staff development, and assist students with educational decision-making, career planning and future pathways, including Senior Education and Training (SET) planning.

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

How to apply

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

• A 2-page response to the 'How you will 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.

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.

• CQR704268_26T - Role Description (PDF, 299KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants