Support Students. Strengthen Pathways. Shape Cape York's Future.
Cape York Solutions is a non-profit Indigenous organisation dedicated to empowering the people of Cape York to choose a life they have reason to value. For over 20 years, we have partnered with communities to deliver initiatives across education, employment, health, language and culture ? all guided by the Pama Futures Agenda, a reform framework designed by and for the people of Cape York.
What's on Offer
A meaningful, student-facing role supporting talented Indigenous young people through secondary education
Salary packaging benefits - package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free
Additional $2,650 pre-tax for entertainment expenses
Employee Assistance Program - free, confidential counselling for all staff
A positive, culturally grounded workplace with robust values, teamwork and supportive leadership
The Role
As a Student Support Officer (SSO) within the Cape York Leaders Program (CYLP), you will provide hands-on, culturally grounded support to Indigenous secondary students participating in the Academic Leaders Secondary (ALS) phase of the program.
Based in Brisbane (with travel as required), you will work closely with students, families, schools and service providers to ensure each student receives the academic, wellbeing and leadership support they need to thrive, remain engaged and successfully complete their schooling.
This role is central to building strong, trusted relationships with students and ensuring effective case management across academic achievement, wellbeing and leadership development.
Key Responsibilities
Provide student-centred case management, monitoring academic progress, wellbeing and engagement
Build strong, supportive relationships with students, families, schools and communities




Support student recruitment to ensure scholarship places are filled and maintained
Coordinate access to tutoring, mentoring and additional supports as required
Develop, implement and regularly review individual case, leadership and transition plans
Support students to successfully transition from secondary school to tertiary education or pathways
Assist in the delivery of leadership workshops, camps and program events
Maintain accurate and timely case notes and data within the CYLP database
Act as a liaison point for partner schools and relevant service providers
What You'll Need
Demonstrated experience in case management, student support or youth work
Ability to engage effectively with Indigenous young people and build trusted relationships
Understanding of issues impacting Indigenous students, particularly those from remote communities
Strong interpersonal, communication and organisational skills
Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment
Sound computer, written and reporting skills
Current Driver Licence, Working with Children Blue Card and ability to complete a Police Check
Qualifications in education, youth work, social work or a related field
Experience working with boarding schools, secondary education or scholarship programs
Knowledge of Cape York communities and education pathways
This is an identified position. To perform this role, it is essential that the person is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person. This is a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act ****.
Be Part of Something Meaningful
This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of Indigenous young people while contributing to stronger families, thriving communities and future leaders of Cape York.
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📌 Student Suppprt Officer (Queensland)
🏢 Cape York Partnership
📍 Queensland