Full Time Education Support Officer ****
Horizons College of Learning and Enrichment - Caboolture QLD
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 -
P
articipation,
R
espect,
I
ntegrity,
D
etermination and
E
mpathy - and we are proud to offer a personalised, relationship-first learning environment featuring small class sizes, daily one-on-one support, adaptable learning environments and a positive educational experience for every student.
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
The ability to show initiative and work effectively as part of a team
INTERESTED?
Applications close Friday, 28 November ****.
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📌 Full Time Education Support Officer 2027 (Caboolture)
🏢 Horizons College of Learning and Enrichment
📍 Caboolture