Community Education Counsellor (Identified) - Kruger State School

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kruger State School in Bellbird Park, near Brisbane, is seeking a Community Education Counsellor (Identified) to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and families. The role focuses on counselling, engagement, and culturally inclusive education practices within a supportive school environment.

The successful candidate will build partnerships with families and the community, coordinate programs, and provide information to school communities about Indigenous perspectives and

Qualifications

• Experience delivering educational counselling to diverse student groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide educational counselling and support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and students across multiple schools to encourage participation and engagement in education.
• Develop and deliver support programs and activities that address student needs and strengthen family involvement in education.
• Build and maintain connections with external information sources and support services to support the educational advancement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
• Share information and advice with school communities and administrators about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander social and cultural perspectives and protocols, ensuring information is accessible to all.
• Administer state and Commonwealth funded school programs focused on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and communities, while fostering productive partnerships across the school community.

Skills

Educational counselling

Intercultural communication

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students and families as a Community Education Counsellor (Identified) at Kruger State School.

Build strong relationships with students, families and the wider community to support student engagement, wellbeing and educational outcomes, while helping foster a culturally inclusive and supportive school environment.

About Us

Kruger State School is a welcoming Prep to Year 6 primary school located in Bellbird Park, committed to providing a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment.

The school values positive relationships, strong partnerships with families and the wider community, and inclusive practices that help every student feel a sense of belonging and achieve their potential.

Your Opportunity

• Provide educational counselling and support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and students across multiple schools to encourage participation and engagement in education.
• Develop and deliver support programs and activities, both within and outside school, that address student needs and strengthen family involvement in education.
• Build and maintain connections with external information sources and support services to support the educational advancement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
• Share information and advice with school communities and administrators about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander social and cultural perspectives and protocols, ensuring relevant information is accessible to all.
• Responsibly administer state and Commonwealth funded school programs focused on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and communities, while fostering productive partnerships across the school community.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

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