AddressNorth Coast Region are seeking enthusiastic applicants to fill two Guidance Officer positions at Bundaberg State High School. Two full time temporary vacancies exist for Guidance Officers at Bundaberg State High School for:
- One (1.0FTE) Guidance Officer for Term 3, 8 July 2024 to 13 September 2024; and
- One (1.0FTE) Guidance Officer for Semester 2, 8 July 2024 to 13 December 2024.Suitably qualified applicants are invited to apply for these short term temporary/relieving opportunities.
About the Department of Education
The Department of Education are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About Bundaberg State High School
Bundaberg State High School is one of the oldest State High Schools in Queensland, having opened its doors in 1912 on the banks of the Burnett River. Welcome to our website where you will find information and images which illustrate the diversity of our school.
The school's motto is 'per ardua ad astra', which loosely translates as 'through hard work, the stars', and this set of values informs the expectations of all who work and study here. They also provide a framework for the students as they move into the world beyond the school.
Our challenge as a school in a regional centre is to cater for the needs of not only our students but also the needs of our community and we continually strive to improve. Integral to educating the citizens of tomorrow is the high expectations that the school has regarding attendance and behaviour. It is expected that all students be at their best and remind themselves that everyday counts.
About the Role
As the Guidance Officer you will:
- provide 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
- Collaboratively negotiate, develop and implement programs for students that have a focus on preventative and early intervention strategies; are responsive to identified personal, social, emotional and educational needs; and aim to foster resilience and personal skills development.
- Guidance Officers contribute towards, and are accountable for the provision of a comprehensive student support program that is responsive to the identified and changing needs of students. The program will be negotiated with and authorised by a line manager, usually the Principal. Guidance Officers are required to provide this service in collaboration with other school-based personnel and external support providers in a variety of educational contexts, including schools and alternative education programs.
- Guidance Officers are required to participate in regular clinical and technical supervision with a Senior Guidance Officer or their nominee, to ensure the provision of ongoing professional support and development.
Highly desirable skills and experience:
- A minimum of two (2) years full-time, or equivalent, teaching experience;
- Current membership of the Queensland Guidance and Counselling Association (QGCA).
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
