Guidance Officer

Calliope State School is seeking a dedicated and skilled Guidance Officer to join our student support team.

In this role, you will work independently and collaboratively to deliver high-quality services across Prep to Year 6. You will lead the coordination of school-based and external support services, with a focus on inclusive practices, behavioural needs, mental health support, and psychometric assessments.

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of students, we encourage you to apply now.

About the Department

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About the School

Calliope State School, founded in 1872, combines a proud history with a 21st-century outlook to provide students with a balanced and engaging education. We are committed to nurturing academic, social, and emotional growth in a caring and safe school community. Recent developments have created a cutting-edge Digital Learning Environment, featuring innovative teaching spaces, modern furnishings, and advanced technologies that enhance learning. Beyond the classroom, our students benefit from a rich co-curricular program including sports, music, environmental initiatives, and community activities. Programs like Rota-Kids help students develop a sense of service and connection, preparing them to contribute meaningfully to the Calliope community. Calliope State School is a welcoming and dynamic environment for educators who want to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

Your Responsibilities

In this role, you will work closely with students, families and staff to provide expert advice, deliver proactive programs and foster a safe and inclusive school environment.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Provide counselling, assessment, and support: Deliver individual and group counselling, psychoeducational assessments, and tailored recommendations to support students' educational, behavioural, career, mental health, and family needs.
• Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams: Work effectively with parents, school staff, and external agencies to deliver comprehensive case management, referral services, and support programs that promote student wellbeing and engagement.
• Facilitate educational planning and intervention: Conduct assessments and observations to identify learning, developmental, and psychological needs, and assist in implementing appropriate interventions, adjustments, and individualised education or behaviour plans.
• Lead and contribute to student protection, behaviour support and gifted education.
• Maintain professional standards and leadership: Uphold ethical and legal obligations regarding confidentiality and record keeping, participate in professional development, and provide leadership in responding to critical incidents and intensive behaviour support needs.

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) in response to the attached role description.
• 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.