Guidance Officer - Mackay West State SchoolEducation (Organisation site: http://qed.qld.gov.au/)
Central Queensland Region, Early Childhood and State Schools Division
Mackay West State School is seeking an experienced Guidance Officer for a temporary full-time position commencing 23 January 2025 until 12 December 2025, unless otherwise determined.
As a Guidance Officer, you will be an integral part of our secondary teaching team, providing expertise, leadership, and professional support to our students and school community.
You will bring a passion for providing a comprehensive and responsive student support program to our College, along with a strong desire to engage, connect, and enhance learning outcomes for our students.
About Mackay West State School Welcome to Mackay West State School, a proud and well-respected educational institution, recognized across all sectors of education and the wider community for maintaining a consistent approach to academic, sporting, and cultural excellence.
Every student learning, succeeding, and thriving is Mackay West State School's vision. Since 1923, Mackay West State School has established a caring and supportive environment with professional personnel working in partnership with our parents and community to ensure that all students reach their potential.
About the Role Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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 optimizes 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.Conduct activities such as student observation and psychoeducational assessment in order to determine the nature of student learning difficulties, disability, developmental levels, or psychological and emotional status in order to make recommendations for educational adjustments and interventions.Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. How to Apply Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); andA 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. When working in regulated employment, an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services. Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.
DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
CQR598270_24T - Role Description (PDF, 171KB) - Role DescriptionCandidate Information Fact Sheet (PDF, 728KB) - Information Package for Applicants #J-18808-Ljbffr