About the School Woodridge State High School is a vibrant and diverse learning community with a proud history of providing exceptional educational opportunities since its establishment in 1972. Located in the heart of Logan, the school is home to a multicultural student body, reflecting the richness and diversity of the local community. Guided by a vision to create a thriving, agile teaching and learning environment, Woodridge SHS is committed to empowering students to become resilient, connected, and future-focused individuals. The school fosters a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment, with a strong emphasis on academic excellence, community partnerships, and student wellbeing. About the Role The Attendance Officer plays a critical role in supporting student engagement and success by ensuring accurate attendance monitoring and fostering strong connections between the school and families. Key responsibilities include: Monitoring daily student attendance, generating reports, and sharing updates with school leaders and teaching staff. Communicating with parents/carers to verify absences and support strategies to improve attendance. Collaborating with student support teams to identify barriers to attendance and assist with early intervention strategies. Maintaining accurate attendance data in OneSchool and managing records for students with complex circumstances. Providing general administrative support, including assisting at the student counter and managing timetable variations. This role is ideal for someone passionate about student engagement and wellbeing, who thrives in a dynamic and diverse school environment. Contact Name: Megan Landbeck, Deputy Principal (07) 3290 7222 Closing Date: Tuesday, 09 December 2025 About You The following traits would be beneficial: Strong organisational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students, families, and staff. Proficiency in data management systems, including OneSchool and Excel. A proactive and compassionate approach to identifying and addressing barriers to student attendance. An understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity and its importance in a school community. Why Join Us Woodridge State High School offers a supportive and inclusive work environment where staff are valued and empowered to make a difference. As part of our team, you will contribute to a school culture that prioritises equity, excellence, and student success, while working alongside dedicated professionals committed to shaping the future of our diverse and vibrant community. 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 2-page response to the How you may be assessed section of 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.
