Principal Advisor, Student Protection - South East Region , Education

An exciting opportunity exists to partner with the Student Child and Family Connect team in South East Region to oversee the Student Protection portfolio on a part-time basis beginning 05 February 2024 to 12 April 2024, unless otherwise determined.
This Principal AdvisorStudent Protection (PASP) role is offered at 0.2 FTE and 14.5 hours per fortnight. You will work closely with the existing PASP in supporting schools and Regional Office staff with Student Protection matters of both a proactive and emergent manner.
This role involves close communication with Child Safety and the strengthening of relationships across partner agencies.
Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Part-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification AO8
Workplace Location Gold Coast
Job ad reference QLD/SER533607/24T
Closing date 17-Jan-2024
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration 05 Feb 2024 to 12 Apr 2024
Contact person Jean Stevens
Contact details 0497 186 692
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About the Role:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Liaise regularly with key regional government and non-government agencies involved in the child protection service system and represent the region at state wide departmental and child protection forums, inter-governmental and inter-sectoral child protection meetings.
• Provide the key point of contact for the region in relation to Student Protection activities and regularly link with government and non-government agencies involved in the child protection system including the Department of Children, Youth Justice and Multicultural Affairs, the Queensland Police Service, Queensland Health and Family and Child Connect.
• Ensure that all school based and regional staff are trained in relation to Student Protection legislation, policies, procedures and reporting processes and clearly understand legislated and departmental reporting obligations.
• Provide best practice advice to school based and regional staff on individual Student Protection matters, including reporting suspected harm, referral to early intervention and prevention services and sharing information in accordance with legislation and departmental policies.

How to Apply:

• Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2-pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of the attached role description.

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
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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.
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Role Description
Information Package for Applicants