Education Support Officer — Full time, Permanent

Horizons College is an independent, Special Assistance School located in Caboolture, committed to delivering an exceptional student experience for young people for whom mainstream education has not been successful. We support students to re-engage in learning, overcome barriers, and develop the skills, confidence and resilience required for a meaningful life beyond school.

Our school is guided by our PRIDE ethos — Participation, Respect, Integrity, Determination and Empathy — and we are proud to offer a personalised, relationship-first learning environment featuring small class sizes, daily one-on-one support, flexible learning environments and a positive educational experience for every student.

We are seeking a suitably qualified and enthusiastic Education Support Officer to join our team at the start of the 2027 school year. This is a full-time, permanent position for the right applicant. In this role, you will work collaboratively with classroom teachers to provide high-quality support and assistance to students in Years 7 to 12, including those with additional learning needs.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Supporting Learning and Teaching

- Prepare learning materials and resources as directed by the classroom teacher
- Support students to engage with learning activities, working with individuals, small groups or the whole class as directed
- Use questioning, prompting and scaffolding techniques to support student understanding and independence
- Provide practical assistance with literacy, numeracy and hands-on learning tasks
- Assist students with organisation, task initiation and time management
- Support students to use digital technologies and online learning platforms effectively

Behaviour and Engagement Support

- Implement positive behaviour support strategies as directed by the classroom teacher and in accordance with individual student plans
- Apply trauma-informed,



relational approaches to support student regulation and engagement, under the guidance of the classroom teacher
- Recognise early signs of dysregulation or disengagement and respond proactively, in line with teacher direction
- Use de-escalation strategies and calming techniques when students become heightened, consistent with teacher and school-endorsed approaches
- Reinforce positive behaviours using the school's PRIDE framework

Assessment and Feedback

- Observe and monitor student learning, progress and engagement during lessons
- Communicate student progress, challenges and observations to the classroom teacher in a timely and accurate manner
- Contribute to student learning profiles and support planning discussions when requested

Supervision and School Operations

- Provide effective supervision of students in the classroom, playground and during transitions
- Undertake yard duty and other supervision responsibilities as rostered
- Support student safety and wellbeing during excursions and off-site activities
- Assist with maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming learning environment

Working with Teachers and the Broader Team

- Participate in planning discussions, briefings and debriefings with teachers as appropriate
- Work collaboratively with Student Support Officers, therapists and external support providers as appropriate
- Contribute to case meetings and support planning processes when requested
- Engage professionally and respectfully with parents/carers, referring sensitive or complex matters to the teacher or leadership

The Education Support Officer is ultimately responsible to the Principal,



who may vary the above duties from time to time. ABOUT YOU To thrive in this role, you will bring:

- Relevant qualifications, such as a Certificate III or IV in Education Support (or equivalent)
- Previous experience as an Education Support Officer, ideally in a secondary setting
- A current Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
- A genuine passion for working with young people, particularly those who have experienced barriers to learning
- An understanding of trauma-informed practice and the needs of disengaged or at-risk learners is highly regarded
- An understanding of how young people learn, including those with additional learning needs
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- Proficient ICT skills
- The ability to show initiative and work effectively as part of a team

INTERESTED? If this sounds like the right fit for you, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your application via SEEK. Applications close Friday, 28 November 2026.

As part of your application, please include:

- A cover letter clearly identifying your reasons for applying and why you believe you would be a strong fit for this role
- An up-to-date resume detailing your qualifications, experience and the names and contact details of at least two professional referees — please note that referees will not be contacted without your prior approval

The recruitment process will consist of initial screening, face-to-face interviews and reference checks.

Employer Questions

Your application will include the following questions:

- Do you have experience working with children?
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
- How many years' experience do you have as an Education Support Officer?
- Have you completed a qualification in education support?

📌 Full Time Education Support Officer 2027 (Caboolture)
🏢 Horizons College of Learning and Enrichment
📍 Caboolture