Guidance Officer

*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 School

Mount Archer State School, one of Rockhampton's largest and most respected state primary schools, offers a vibrant, supportive and well-resourced environment for both students and staff. With a strong reputation as a school of choice, Mount Archer is known for its dedicated and professional team including teachers, aides, specialists and support staff who work collaboratively to help every child reach their full potential. Staff benefit from working in modern facilities including well-equipped classrooms, a new hall, a comprehensive library and a growing range of digital learning tools. The school values character development alongside academic success, guided by a clear Responsible Behaviour Plan and a strong school culture. Opportunities abound to contribute across academic, sporting and cultural programs, supported by a leadership team committed to professional growth and student achievement. Joining Mount Archer means becoming part of a dynamic, forward thinking school community focused on making a lasting impact.

About the Role

As the Guidance Officer, you will provide professional expertise, leadership, and support to school communities and networks in developing and implementing plans, programs, and procedures that help students achieve positive educational, developmental, and lifelong learning outcomes. You will collaborate to negotiate, develop, and implement programs focused on prevention and early intervention, addressing identified personal, social, emotional, and educational needs while fostering resilience and personal skill development. Guidance Officers are responsible for delivering a comprehensive student support program that adapts to the evolving needs of students. This program is developed in consultation with and authorized by a line manager, typically the Principal. You will work collaboratively with school personnel and external support providers across various educational settings, including schools and alternative education programs.

Your Responsibilities

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

Advocate, provide counselling, psychoeducational assessment and individual student support, recommendations and advice to students, teachers and parents concerning educational, behavioural, career development, mental health and family issues.

Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and facilitate effective working relationships and partnerships with parents, school personnel and external support agencies in order to provide a comprehensive support, case management and referral service that optimises students' access and engagement in educational programs.

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.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

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