Senior Guidance Officer

3 weeks ago

Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia Queensland Department of Education Full time

A unique opportunity is available for a motivated and experienced individual to join a dynamic leadership team in Central Queensland as a Senior Guidance Officer, based in the Gladstone area. This temporary full-time position will run from 26 January 2026 to 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined. The successful applicant will be based at the Gladstone Regional Office and will play a vital role in leading and supporting student wellbeing and engagement initiatives across the region.

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.

About The Department

The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.

About The Role

As the Senior Guidance Officer, you will coordinate and support the provision of guidance and counselling services to schools in consultation with Principals. You will also be responsible for developing and implementing a system of clinical and technical supervision, working collaboratively with Principals to ensure that guidance practices are appropriate, effective, and aligned with departmental standards. This role is pivotal in fostering consistent, high-quality support for student wellbeing and engagement across the region.

The successful applicant will be based at the Gladstone regional office on a contract from 26 January 2026 to 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined. To be considered, applicants must hold the mandatory qualifications required to work as a Guidance Officer in the Queensland education system, with current or recent experience in a Guidance Officer or Senior Guidance Officer role. Applicants must also be experienced in psychometric assessments, case management processes, and have a sound understanding of departmental policies and procedures relevant to guidance duties. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, and the role involves working collaboratively with a team of Senior Guidance Officers both locally and regionally.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to contribute to student wellbeing and support across the region, while gaining valuable experience in a leadership role within the Department of Education.

Your Responsibilities

As the Senior Guidance Officer, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

  • Coordinate and maintain the provision of professional development in relation to guidance and counselling related skills.
  • Provide direct guidance services to students as determined through consultation with Principals.
  • Work with Principals and school-based guidance officers to ensure the effective provision of guidance and counselling services directly to students.
  • Coordinate and support the provision of guidance and counselling services to school in consultation with Principals.

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and 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) outlining their knowledge, skills and abilities.
  • Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements 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.

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.

Occupational group Education & Training
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