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Student support assistant

Sunshine Coast
University of the Sunshine Coast
Vocational Counsellor
Posted: 11 March
Offer description

* Student Services | UniSC Sunshine Coast, UniSC Fraser Coast, UniSC Moreton Bay and UniSC Caboolture
* Level 4, $76,275 - $80,218 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
* Full-time (36.25 hours per week), fixed term appointment until Dec 2026
The Opportunity

Be the welcoming face of UniSC! In this role, you'll be the first point of contact for students, staff, and visitors, managing enquiries, delivering exceptional front‐of‐house support, and playing an active role in student engagement initiatives. With a focus on professional communication and accurate record‐keeping, you'll help create a positive, supportive experience that enhances student success and contributes to the university's broader goals.

Please note: there may be a requirement to undertake work during non‐standard hours and opportunities for recreational leave may also be restricted during peak periods.

For more information on Student Services, please visit us online: Student Services

You will
* Effectively manage student, staff and visitor matters received via phone, email, and face‐to‐face enquiries;
* Proactively refer students to relevant specialist staff and follow up if required;
* Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, staff and clients through professional communications and efficient use of electronic records systems.
About you

You're a natural communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to show empathy, maintain confidentiality, and resolve conflicts professionally. You're digitally savvy, with strong experience using CRM systems, and you thrive in fast‐paced environments where you can juggle competing priorities with ease. Your strengths lie in building strong relationships across a wide range of stakeholders, and your sharp analytical and problem‐solving abilities mean you're always ready to develop practical solutions and take initiative when it matters most.

You will possess
* An Associate Diploma, combined with experience in a customer‐focused environment, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience, education, and training;
* Demonstrated experience and ability to recognise and respond appropriately to a range of student's inquiries;
* An understanding of the challenges that might arise supporting students in distress.

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at or call +61 7 5430 2830.

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

Applications for this position close

midnight, Sunday 15 March 2026

Your completed application must include:

* A resume, noting the application will be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description. There will be opportunity within the application form to also include supporting documentation should you wish.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact

Benefits
* Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
* Modern teaching & research facilities.
* Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
* We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
* Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
* Salary packing options + 17% Super.
* EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.
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