Casual | Support Trainer - Pathways College | Caloundra

STEPS Pathways College is an creative training college supporting young adults living with disability to develop practical life skills, confidence and greater independence.

We have an exciting opportunity for Casual Support Trainers within our Pathways Boarding College. This is a rewarding, hands-on role where you'll support students to build independence, participate in everyday activities and develop skills that make a genuine difference in their lives.

Availability we're looking for

We are currently looking for candidates who have flexibility to work 2–3 shifts per week across a combination of the following:

- Monday: 8:30am–3:00pm and/or 1:00pm–8:00pm
- Tuesday: 3:00pm–8:00pm
- Wednesday: 3:00pm–8:00pm
- Friday: 1:00pm–8:00pm
- Occasional weeknight/sleepover shifts: 5:30pm–10:00pm, followed by a passive overnight and 6:00am–9:30am the following morning

Flexibility across a combination of these shifts is highly desirable.

What you'll be doing

Taking a holistic and student-focused approach, you will:

- Support the delivery of learning activities through guidance, mentoring and encouragement
- Support students to develop practical everyday living skills and greater independence
- Assist students with food preparation, following recipes and preparing meals
- Accompany students on community-based outings and activities to build confidence and social skills
- Provide one-on-one support to students who may require additional assistance
- Support students in accordance with behaviour support plans and established guidelines
- Apply a risk management approach when supporting students with complex behaviours and report incidents where required
- Organise and participate in extracurricular and recreational activities chosen by students




- Work independently when required while maintaining confidentiality and adhering to WHS and risk management requirements
- Work collaboratively as part of the College team and follow established training and support approaches

About you

We're looking for someone who is patient, flexible and genuinely passionate about helping young adults living with disability achieve greater independence.

To be considered, you will ideally have:

- A relevant Certificate-level qualification, such as Disability or Mental Health, or equivalent experience
- Experience within special education or a similar environment, which would be highly regarded
- Experience supporting people with complex behaviours

Mandatory Requirements:

- Provide documentary evidence of right to work in Australia
- A current First Aid and CPR Certificate
- Epilepsy and Seizure Awareness training - ESAMA or be willing to obtain prior to commencement
- Midazolam Administration - ESAMA
- Hold Assist Clients with Medication (HLTHPS006) certificate (or be willing to obtain prior to commencement)
- Hold and maintain a current Open Driver's Licence
- Hold a current NDIS Worker Screening and current Working with Children's card

What's in it for you?

You'll become part of a unique educational program that is passionate about creating genuine opportunities for young adults living with disability.

Every shift is an opportunity to help a student build confidence, learn something new and take another step towards greater independence.

If you're looking for meaningful casual work where you can make a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join the STEPS Pathways College team.

Application Close Date: 5th November 2026

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early.

📌 Support Trainer - Pathways Boarding College (Caloundra)
🏢 STEPS
📍 Caloundra