Mount Garnet State School are seeking applications for a School Community Partnership Officer (Identified) to join their school community on a temporary full-time basis until 12 December 2027, unless otherwise determined.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today!

About Mount Garnet State School:

Mount Garnet State School is located in the Tablelands/Johnstone district and services the communities of Mount Garnet, Battle Creek, Innot Hot Springs and Silver Valley. It is situated on the south-western edge of the Atherton Tablelands on the Kennedy Highway just under 50 km from Ravenshoe, 90 km from Atherton and 195 km south west of Cairns. Mount Garnet is a small country town of approximately 300 people.

About the Role:

Within this role you will have the opportunity to liaise with students, families and the community to develop and introduce strategies in the context of community engagement and co-design, to achieve and promote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education through strengthened community connections. Please note, this position does not attract Government housing.

Responsibilities Include:





- Develop cutting-edge strategies to build positive relationships with stakeholders and community partners.
- Build and strengthen partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to increase awareness, participation and involvement in educational decision-making.
- Participate in professional networking and ongoing professional development.

Please refer to the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

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.

📌 School Community Partnership Officer (Identified) - Mount Garnet State School (Cairns)
🏢 Queensland Department of Education
📍 Cairns