Defence School Mentor - Redlynch State College

Queensland Department of Education; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Redlynch State College, part of the Queensland Department of Education, invites applications for the Defence School Mentor role to support Defence families adjusting to mobility and parental absence while ensuring alignment with school policies.

You will help Defence students integrate into school life, build awareness of their needs within the school community, and assist families in navigating facilities and available services. Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date.

Responsibilities

• Support Defence students to integrate into the school community and provide a welcoming educational environment.
• Raise awareness within the school about the needs of Defence students and families.
• Assist Defence parents and students to become familiar with the school facilities and available support services.

Job description

Defence School Mentor - Redlynch State College

Queensland Department of Education – Cairns QLD

Redlynch State College is a modern P-12 college situated in a picturesque and safe suburban setting offering the very best learning environment for all our students. The college has a proud history of academic success, sporting prowess, community support and parent involvement.

About the Role:

Provide support to Defence members and families to help manage the challenges of mobility and parental absence, while building the capability of the school's ability to meet the needs of Defence students and their families in alignment with school policies and priorities.

Responsibilities Include:

• Support and assist young people from Defence families to integrate into the school community to facilitate a supportive educational environment for them.
• Create a greater and ongoing awareness within the school community of the needs of young people from Defence families.
• Assist Defence parents and students to become familiar with the school and its facilities and raise awareness of their unique needs within the school community.

Please refer to 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.

Contact Name: Kylie STREET, Business Manager (07) 4039 9***