Nambour Special School is seeking a compassionate and skilled Guidance Officer to support the wellbeing, learning, and development of students with diverse and complex needs.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with staff, families, and external agencies to deliver high-quality guidance services that enhance student engagement, wellbeing, and positive educational outcomes.
This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.6FTE), 30 hours per fortnight.
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 .
Who We Are
Nambour Special School delivers high quality education for students with an Intellectual Disability (ID), in a safe and supportive environment.
Our vision is 'Engaged Learners, Individualised Pathways, Community Partnerships' and our purpose is 'to provide high quality learning which engages all students through personalised planning and focusses on preparing students with the knowledge, skills and confidence to participate effectively in their community'.
Step Into Your Next Chapter
* 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.
* Provide a counselling and referral service to assist students in decision making about critical educational, personal, social, emotional and career development, and provide ongoing support during the implementation phase of their decision.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Submit Your Application
* Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
* Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
* Attach a 2-page written statement in response to 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.
Occupational group
Education & Training