At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with counselling, assessments, and career advice in a collaborative environment.
- Company: Mareeba State High School, a vibrant and inclusive educational community.
- Benefits: Opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives and professional development.
- Other info: Temporary full-time position with a supportive school culture.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team dedicated to fostering student success and lifelong learning.
- Qualifications: Experience in counselling and support roles, with strong communication skills.
Mareeba State High School is welcoming applications for a Guidance Officer to join our school community. The successful candidate will be based at Mareeba State High School and work as a member of our Student Services team supporting students in junior secondary. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 21 January 2027 until 17 September 2027, unless otherwise determined.
If you are passionate about providing professional expertise, leadership and support to school communities and networks in the development and implementation of plans, programs, and procedures to assist students in achieving positive educational, developmental and lifelong learning outcomes we invite you to apply.
About Us
Mareeba State High School is an inclusive school with a great history of providing opportunities for every student. We are proud of our academic achievement, extensive curriculum, cultural richness, professional teaching, innovative practices, sporting champions and creative brilliance, all within a disciplined and caring environment.
Our school is proudly a part of the rural landscape of the Mareeba Shire. With an enrolment of around 800, students are provided with a personal approach which caters for their individual needs. Providing each student with a pathway for personal success and achievement that continues in their life beyond school is guided by our school vision to develop quality education through a partnership of staff, students, family and the community. We aim to help students develop as independent life-long learners, who are morally and socially responsible, employable, and capable of making a positive contribution to our changing society.
About the Role
- Advocate, provide counselling, psychoeducational assessment and individual student support, recommendations and advice to students, teachers and parents concerning educational, behavioural, career development, mental health and family issues.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team and facilitate effective working relationships and partnerships with parents, school personnel and external support agencies in order to provide a comprehensive support, case management and referral service that optimises students' access and engagement in educational programs.
- Provide a counselling and referral service to assist students in decision making about critical educational, personal, social, emotional and career development, and provide ongoing support during the implementation phase of their decision.
- Conduct activities such as student observation in order to determine the nature of student learning difficulties, disability, developmental levels or psychological and emotional status in order to make recommendations for educational adjustments and interventions.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Guidance Officer employer: Queensland Department of Education
The Queensland Department of Education is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development and employee growth. Located in the vibrant Toowoomba region, you will have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student outcomes while leading a dedicated team of financial professionals across 198 schools. With a strong commitment to compliance and excellence, this role provides a rewarding environment for those passionate about education and finance.
Contact Details:
Queensland Department of Education Recruitment Team
