EOI - Guidance Officer - Temporary Relieving Pool 2026 - Far North Queensland Region
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Suitably qualified applicants are invited to express their interest in short‑term temporary and relieving Guidance Officer opportunities across the Far North Queensland Region. This continuous applicant pool is open to candidates who meet the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description. Vacancies may be filled for periods of up to six months, and any extensions to the appointment will not exceed 12 months. Applications will be reviewed throughout 2026 as needs arise. Submitting an application does not guarantee an offer of employment or a formal assessment outcome. The salary rate shown reflects full‑time (1.0 FTE) and is stated as a full‑time rate.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide counselling, psychoeducational assessment, and individual student support, addressing educational, behavioural, career, mental health, and family issues. Advocate for students and offer recommendations to teachers and parents.
* Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and build partnerships with parents, staff, and external agencies to enhance student engagement, access to programs, and holistic support.
* Assist students in decision‑making for education, social‑emotional development, and career pathways, providing ongoing guidance during implementation.
* Conduct observations and assessments to identify learning difficulties, disabilities, or emotional needs, recommending educational adjustments and interventions.
* Support student protection, gifted and talented programs, behaviour policies, risk management, and develop individualised student plans, including SET planning.
* Provide specialised support during critical incidents, emergencies, and student transitions into alternative education programs and reintegration into mainstream schooling.
* Maintain confidentiality and professional records in line with policy and legal requirements; participate in professional development to strengthen skills and support for staff, parents, and students.
Application Process
* Attach brief resume (maximum 3 pages) including contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current supervisor.
* Attach a written response (maximum 2 pages) addressing Key Capabilities 1‑4 as outlined in the Role Description "How you will be assessed" section.
* Attach certified copies of your relevant qualifications and transcripts.
* Respond to the online questionnaire (the questionnaire will open after you have clicked apply and entered your personal details).
Eligibility and Practical Information
* Applicants must be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.
* Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
* Once a completed application is received, an interview may be requested.
* Inclusion in the pool does not guarantee an offer of employment.
Employment Details
* Seniority level: Not Applicable
* Employment type: Temporary
* Job function: Other
* Industry: Government Administration
* Occupational group: Education & Training
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