Link and Launch Officer - Lowood State High School , Education

An exciting opportunity is available for a motivated and dynamic Link and Launch Officer to join the team at Lowood State High School. As the Link and Launch Officer, you will be responsible for supporting young people who have recently completed Year 12 but are not engaged in education, employment or training. This position is offered on a full-time temporary basis, until December 2026, unless otherwise determined.
You will support these recent graduates to navigate their options in choosing a pathway that will equip them to successfully transition into study, training or work. We are seeking a dedicated individual with high level communication skills and industry knowledge who can provide practical assistance to students when required. This position will pay a kilometric allowance for work related travel.
Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification AO3
Workplace Location Brisbane - West
Job ad reference QLD/MSR546119/24T
Closing date 05-Mar-2024
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Salary Other
Job duration Until December 2026 unless otherwise determined
Contact person Mrs Stacey Beu
Contact details (07) 5427 8333
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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 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 Lowood State High School
Lowood State High School is a large rural Queensland school educating students from Year 7 through to Year 12. The school was established in 1983 and is located 32 km north-west of Ipswich. Our students' primary school experiences range from one teacher schools to large primary schools. A large percentage of our student population travel to school by bus.
Lowood State High School is committed to providing high quality education which encourages students to achieve to the best of their ability, 'Creating the Future'.
Our focus is on preparing students with 21st Century Skills, attributes and qualifications that allow them to progress successfully to the next phase of their life; university, an apprenticeship or traineeship, further training or employment. We are determined to provide successful learning opportunities, in a manner that is consistent with recent research on effective adolescent learning.
About the Role
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist in the establishment of an outreach program to link with Year 12 completers who are not in study or work.
• Set up appointments for potential clients and follow up with them to support their connection with the service.
• Work in partnership with the Link and Launch Coordinator to implement actions for young people to assist them to make a timely, meaningful and successful transition to education, training or employment.
• Provide practical assistance to young people to access required services to remove barriers to their engagement in employment, education or training. This may include transporting young people to appointments, assisting young people to access financial payments through Centrelink by completing forms, collecting required identification etc.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply

• CV - maximum of 3 pages including contact details for 2 referees, (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2 page maximum response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the Role Description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
Role Description
Information Package for Applicants