Family Support Coordinator - Leichhardt Special School

Queensland Department of Education; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Leichhardt Special School, a new Queensland state school opening in 2027 in Ipswich, invites applications for a Family Support Coordinator to build partnerships with families and connect them to community services. The role focuses on supporting students during the transition to the new school and enhancing student wellbeing and engagement.

You will work with school staff and external partners to coordinate supports, monitor outcomes and help families navigate health, therapeutic and

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with families, school staff, government agencies and community services to improve student attendance, behaviour, engagement and learning outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, teacher aides and specialist staff to identify student needs and connect families with health, therapeutic, developmental and other support services, including the NDIS.
• Establish and maintain networks with external service providers and community partners to coordinate support for children and families, including school transitions and early intervention.
• Strengthen the capacity of schools and families to support student learning, development and wellbeing, respond to complex needs, and improve engagement in education.
• Use data to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of support strategies, maintain accurate case and activity records, and contribute to collaborative family support networks.

Job description

Queensland Department of Education – Queensland

Leichhardt Special School is seeking a Family Support Coordinator to join the team!

As part of our foundation team, the Family Support Coordinator will play an important role in building strong partnerships with families, supporting students and their transition into our new school, and connecting families with appropriate community services and support networks.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the establishment of a new school, strengthen family engagement and help shape a welcoming and supportive school community from the beginning.

About us:

Leichhardt Special School is a new Queensland state special school in Ipswich, scheduled to open in 2027. Initially catering to students from Prep to Year 2, the school will provide a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment tailored to students with disability.

Its focus is on personalised learning, student wellbeing and helping every child develop their skills and reach their potential.

Your opportunity:

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with families, school staff, government agencies and community services to improve student attendance, behaviour, engagement and learning outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, teacher aides and specialist staff to identify student needs and connect families with appropriate health, therapeutic, developmental and other support services, including the NDIS.
• Establish and maintain networks with external service providers and community partners to coordinate support for children and families, including school transitions and early intervention.
• Strengthen the capacity of schools and families to support student learning, development and wellbeing, respond to complex needs, and improve engagement in education.
• Use data to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of support strategies, maintain accurate case and activity records, and contribute to collaborative family support networks.

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.