Student Wellbeing & Guidance Officer (Cross-School)

Queensland Department of Education; Moura; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teacher housing

Job summary

Queensland Department of Education is seeking a Guidance Officer to support Moura State School and its cluster schools. The role focuses on counselling, assessments and providing tailored support to students across primary and secondary settings.

You will work with teachers, families and external agencies to coordinate case management and referrals that improve educational access and engagement. Housing for teachers is available, and the incumbent will handle diverse student needs and

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritise and good communication skills are key skills to possess.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling, psychoeducational assessments and individualised support to students, offering advice to teachers and parents on educational, behavioural, mental health, family and career-related matters.
• Work collaboratively with school staff, parents and external agencies to coordinate student support, case management and referrals that improve educational access and engagement.
• Assess student learning, developmental, behavioural and emotional needs through observation and psychoeducational assessments, recommending appropriate educational adjustments and interventions.
• Support the implementation of student protection, behaviour support, gifted and talented education and risk management policies, including the development of individualised student plans.
• Provide specialised guidance on career pathways, student transitions, critical incidents and intensive behaviour support, while maintaining professional records, confidentiality and ongoing professional development.

Job description

Queensland Department of Education is seeking a Guidance Officer to support Moura State School and its cluster schools. The role focuses on counselling, assessments and providing tailored support to students across primary and secondary settings.

You will work with teachers, families and external agencies to coordinate case management and referrals that improve educational access and engagement. Housing for teachers is available, and the incumbent will handle diverse student needs and