An exciting opportunity is being offered for an experienced, enthusiastic and professional Guidance Officer to join the Tagai State College community for the start of the 2027 school year. This is a permanent position.

This position is based on Thursday Island with the Malu Os Team, and involves frequent travel by light aircraft and helicopter to outer Islands.

Apply now for the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to student wellbeing and success while contributing to the vibrant Tagai State College community.

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.

About us:

Located across 15 islands in the beautiful Torres Strait, Tagai State College is a unique educational community comprising 17 campuses and a TAFE facility, providing education from Kindergarten to Year 12.

The College celebrates Torres Strait Islander culture, language and identity, with a strong focus on academic achievement, Land and Sea Sciences, and Torres Strait Arts, Language and Culture.

Working closely with local communities and Elders, Tagai is committed to providing inclusive, culturally responsive learning opportunities that support every student to succeed.

Your opportunity:

The successful applicant will contribute to the development of a comprehensive student support and wellbeing program that is responsive to the needs of the school community.

You will be required to provide leadership, support and case management in responding to some of the most complex and challenging of circumstances including student protection matters, critical incidents and mental health issues.

You will have the ability to form strong and productive relationships with key stakeholders in order to develop and implement plans and programs that are responsive to the needs of students.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide counselling, advocacy, psychoeducational assessments and individualised support to students, offering advice and recommendations to students, teachers and parents on educational, behavioural, career, mental health and family matters.
• Work collaboratively with parents, school staff, multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to coordinate case management, referrals and support services that improve student engagement and access to education.
• Assess student learning, development and wellbeing through observations and psychoeducational assessments, identifying individual needs and recommending appropriate educational adjustments and interventions.
• Support schools in implementing student protection, behaviour support, gifted and talented education and risk management processes, including developing individualised student plans and providing guidance on career pathways and Senior Education and Training (SET) planning.
• Provide specialised support and leadership in response to student protection concerns, critical incidents, emergencies and transitions between education settings, while maintaining professional records, confidentiality and contributing to staff and parent professional development.

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

Highly desirable:

• A minimum of two (2) years full-time, or equivalent, teaching experience.
• Current membership of the Queensland Guidance and Counselling Association (QGCA).

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the attached role description. 
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in 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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  FNR707335_26P Role Description (PDF, 300KB)
  Role Description