About the role
About Us
Wondall Heights State School is a co-educational school caters to students from Prep to Year 6, providing a high-quality education in a safe, inclusive and caring environment. Guided by our school motto, Strive to Excel, we support every student to achieve their best—academically, socially and emotionally. Our experienced and committed staff deliver engaging, rigorous learning experiences tailored to meet the needs of all learners. We place a strong emphasis on developing essential skills, resilience and confidence in a modern, future-focused setting.
We believe that student success is built on strong partnerships between school and home. When students, teachers and families work together toward shared goals, children are more likely to feel supported, thrive and enjoy their school journey. We look forward to welcoming you to our school community.
About the Role
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
- Provide counselling, psychoeducational assessments and individualised student support, offering advice and recommendations to students, teachers and parents on educational, behavioural, emotional, mental health, family and career development issues.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, parents, school staff and external agencies to coordinate case management, referrals and support services that enhance student engagement, participation and access to educational programs.
- Assess student learning, developmental, behavioural and psychological needs through observations and assessments, and develop individualised support plans, educational adjustments and interventions, including behaviour support, gifted education and student protection strategies.
- Support students in educational, personal, social and career decision-making, including Senior Education and Training (SET) planning, future pathways, transitions to alternative education and reintegration into mainstream schooling. Provide specialised support for students requiring intensive behavioural assistance and respond to critical incidents and emergencies.
- Maintain professional and confidential student records in accordance with legal and policy requirements, provide guidance on privacy and information sharing, and contribute to professional development, staff training and capacity-building activities for school administrators, teachers and parents.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to apply
- Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history); and
- A 2-page written statement in response 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.