About this job
About the School
Stanthorpe State High School is committed to supporting students to achieve their personal best and successfully transition beyond school. Our staff work collaboratively to create a supportive learning environment where students are encouraged to explore a range of academic, vocational and career pathways.
As a regional school, strong industry engagement is a priority to ensure students have access to meaningful workplace learning and employment opportunities.
Our team values practical solutions, strong community relationships, and supporting students to find pathways that suit their strengths and interests.
About the Role
Key Responsibilities of the Role
- Build and maintain positive relationships with local employers, training organisations, and community partners to support student pathways
- Coordinate and support work experience placements, school-based apprenticeships and traineeships (SATs), and vocational opportunities for students
- Provide guidance and support to students regarding career pathways, workplace expectations, and employment opportunities
- Work collaboratively with school staff to support students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training (VET) and other pathway programs
- Assist with monitoring and supporting students undertaking workplace learning to ensure positive outcomes
- Maintain accurate records and documentation relating to student placements, employer engagement, and program participation
- Support activities that strengthen the connection between school, training providers and industry
Must-Have Skills and Experience
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills, particularly with young people, employers, and community partners
- Ability to work independently without constant supervision
- Ability to build and maintain industry partnerships and engage with local businesses
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple placements, contacts and records
- Experience supporting young people in career development, employment pathways or vocational programs
- Ability to work collaboratively within a school team environment
- Sound computer skills and ability to maintain records and documentation
- A current Working with Children Blue Card
- Able to undergo a Criminal History Check
- Ability to work in Australia
Nice-to-Have Skills and Experience
- Experience working in education, youth services, employment services, or training organisations
- Knowledge of Vocational Education and Training (VET), school-based apprenticeships and traineeships, or work experience programs
- Understanding of senior schooling pathways and post-school transition options
- Existing connections with local industry or community organisations
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 1-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.