North Lakes State College (NLSC) is proud to host a vibrant and well‑established International Student Program, welcoming both long‑term and short‑term students as well as Study Tour groups from around the world. We are now seeking a motivated, organised and people‑focused individual to join our dynamic team as the International Student Homestay Coordinator.

In this role, you’ll help create an exceptional experience for international students by coordinating high‑quality homestay and welfare support, while also contributing to Queensland’s reputation for world‑class education. You’ll enjoy a varied and rewarding workload, including support for broader administrative processes within the team.

About the School:

North Lakes State College is a dynamic, future‑focused P-12 learning community where students are empowered to learn, lead and succeed. With a seamless Prep-Year 12 structure and a strong commitment to holistic education, the College offers innovative curriculum pathways, excellence programs and rich extra‑curricular opportunities that support every student's academic, social and emotional growth. Guided by the values of Choice, Courage and Respect, NLSC is dedicated to inspiring students to reach their goals and thrive now and into the future.

About the role:

Your responsibilities include, but not limited to:

- Recruit suitable homestay providers to host international students and secure the Principal's approval for all suitable homestay providers.




- Ensure homestay providers are compliant with Blue Card Services criteria and relevant DE International policies and procedures.
- Manage and coordinate the placement of international students with suitable approved homestay providers in accordance with DE International's homestay policies and procedures as well as State and Commonwealth legislative requirements.
- Participate in all training offered by the school and DE International.
- Contribute to the development and coordination of a homestay register to record and monitor homestay providers and student placement data.
- Liaise with parents and homestay providers and advocate for international students in terms of welfare issues, particularly those relating to the homestay setting.

Interested? To Apply:

- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)

- Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.

- Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached 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.

📌 International Student Homestay Coordinator - North Lakes State College
🏢 Queensland Department of Education
📍 North Lakes