Foundation Student Support Officer: Build Belonging

Queensland Department of Education; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Corymbia Reserve State High School is seeking a dedicated Student Support Officer (AO4) to join our foundation team. You will work with students, families and the community to promote engagement, attendance and wellbeing, helping establish a supportive learning environment from the ground up.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will build trusted relationships, coordinate interventions, monitor attendance, and remove barriers to learning while contributing to a culture where every student

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for engaging with students, families and communities.
• Empathy, resilience and a strong commitment to student wellbeing.
• Ability to build genuine, respectful relationships with young people and families.
• Collaborative mindset to work with staff and community partners.
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach to navigating complex situations.
• Understanding of inclusive practices and cultural responsiveness.
• Sound judgement, discretion and integrity.
• Commitment to improving outcomes for all students.

Responsibilities

• Building and sustaining positive relationships with students, families and community stakeholders.
• Supporting student attendance, engagement and participation through proactive intervention and support strategies.
• Addressing educational, social, emotional or behavioural barriers to learning in collaboration with students, families and staff.
• Monitoring student wellbeing and assisting in implementing appropriate supports and interventions.
• Promoting the value of education and encouraging positive engagement in learning.
• Helping students and families access relevant services and resources.
• Contributing to a positive, inclusive and supportive school culture.
• Maintaining accurate records and supporting data-informed decision-making.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Empathy and resilience

Relationship building

Collaborative teamwork

Proactive and solution-focused

Cultural responsiveness

Judgement and integrity

Commitment to student wellbeing

Job description

Corymbia Reserve State High School is seeking a dedicated Student Support Officer (AO4) to join our foundation team. You will work with students, families and the community to promote engagement, attendance and wellbeing, helping establish a supportive learning environment from the ground up.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will build trusted relationships, coordinate interventions, monitor attendance, and remove barriers to learning while contributing to a culture where every student