Guidance Officer - Temporary Relieving Pool - North Coast Region

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

Job summary

Queensland Government, North Coast Region, is seeking a Guidance Officer in a temporary full-time capacity to support student wellbeing, resilience and educational success through early intervention and tailored programs.

Roles are across multiple locations in Queensland, with start dates through to 25 June 2027. The pool invites Expressions of Interest and may extend up to 12 months per appointment.

Qualifications

• Experience in student wellbeing, resilience and early intervention.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers, parents and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling and individual student support for wellbeing and educational goals.
• Conduct assessments to identify learning or emotional needs and recommend adjustments.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and external partners to improve student engagement.
• Support school programs and referrals to ensure access to wellbeing services.

Skills

Counselling

Psychoeducational assessment

Student support

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Referral pathways

Job description

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students by joining the North Coast Region as a temporary full-time Guidance Officer.

Multiple temporary full-time roles are offered with various commencement dates until 25 June 2027.

In this rewarding role, you’ll use your professional expertise to support student wellbeing, resilience and educational success through early intervention, collaborative partnerships and tailored support programs that help every student thrive.

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

About The Department Of Education

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us .

Your Opportunity

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

Applicant Pool - General Guidance And Wellbeing Guidance Officers

• Positions may range in duration up to six months.
• Locations include Sunshine Coast, Gympie, Fraser Coast, Bundaberg, North Burnett

Participating In The Pool

• Applicants are strongly encouraged to discuss their application with their current Line Manager to confirm support, and capacity to release.
• Applying to this pool does not guarantee employment or application assessment feedback.
• Applicants must withdraw their application if they are no longer available or interested.

About The Guidance Officer Role

You will have responsibility for the following

• Provide counselling, psychoeducational assessment, and individual student support, addressing educational, behavioural, career, mental health, and family issues. Advocate for students and offer recommendations to teachers and parents.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and build partnerships with parents, staff, and external agencies to enhance student engagement, referral and access to programs, and comprehensive support.
• Counsel and assist students in decision‑making for education, social‑emotional development, and career pathways, providing ongoing guidance during implementation.
• Conduct observations and assessments to identify learning difficulties, disabilities, or emotional needs, recommending educational adjustments and interventions.

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.

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Occupational group

Education & Training