North Coast Region, Various school locations from Bribie Island to Bundaberg.

Qualified applicants are invited to express their interest in short term temporary and relieving Guidance Officer opportunities across the North Coast Region.

This talent pool is open to candidates who meet the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description, and will be current for Semester 1, 2027.

Vacancies may be filled for periods of up to six months.

Job details

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

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

Applicant Pool - General Guidance and Wellbeing Guidance Officers:

• Positions may range in duration up to six months. 
• Locations include Sunshine Coast, Gympie, Fraser Coast, Bundaberg, North Burnett

Participating in the Pool:

• Applicants are strongly encouraged to discuss their application with their current Line Manager to confirm support, and capacity to release.
• Applying to this pool does not guarantee employment or application assessment feedback.
• Applicants must withdraw their application if they are no longer available or interested.

About the Guidance Officer role

You will have responsibility for the following

• Provide counselling, psychoeducational assessment, and individual student support, addressing educational, behavioural, career, mental health, and family issues. Advocate for students and offer recommendations to teachers and parents.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and build partnerships with parents, staff, and external agencies to enhance student engagement, referral and access to programs, and comprehensive support.
• Counsel and assist students in decision-making for education, social-emotional development, and career pathways, providing ongoing guidance during implementation.
• Conduct observations and assessments to identify learning difficulties, disabilities, or emotional needs, recommending educational adjustments and interventions.

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

To Apply:

• Attach brief resume (maximum 2 page) including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor).
• Complete and attach a 1-page written response showcasing your experience or projection into the role of a Guidance Officer and how you will:

• Support student wellbeing, learning and engagement outcomes.
• Build productive relationships and work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders.
• Apply professional expertise, sound judgement and evidence-informed decision-making in complex situations.
• Foster inclusive practices and contribute to positive school cultures.
• Demonstrate leadership, resilience and a commitment to continuous improvement.

If you are applying to be considered for a specific role or setting (i.e. Student Wellbeing Guidance Officer, Special School, Secondary or Developmental) ensure you provide relevant information to support your capability to perform the duties in these roles.

• Attach certified copies of your relevant qualifications and transcript/s - e.g., Masters in Guidance and Counselling, or equivalent.
• Complete the online questionnaire that will outline your preferences of discipline, geographical area and any further specific details.

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, 286KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NCR704845_26E Role Description (PDF, 301KB)
  Role Description