Guidance Officer - Lockhart State School
Queensland Department of Education – Cairns QLD
Lockhart State School, located on the eastern side of Cape York Peninsula in the stunning coastal community of Lockhart River, is seeking the services of a dedicated Guidance Officer to join the Leadership Team of the school for Term *****, in a full-time temporary position, unless otherwise determined.
About us:
Lockhart State School is comprised of 150 students from kindy to year 12. Located in Lockhart River, on the east coast of Cape York Peninsular, the area has considerable cultural diversity and traditions which are embedded in the curriculum. At Lockhart State School, we strive every day to uphold our school values of growing robust, smart, respectful learners for life. Our students are all eager learners, active and enthusiastic.
About living in Lockhart River
Living and working in the small remote town of Lockhart River, you will have access to the benefits the Department offers for teachers employed in rural and remote locations.
travel
location allowances
subsidised departmental housing
These benefits include travel, location allowances and subsidised departmental housing.
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.
About the Role:
For detailed role responsibilities, please refer to 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.
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📌 Guidance Officer - Lockhart State School (Queensland)
🏢 Queensland Department of Education
📍 Queensland