This is a International Student Coordinator - Springfield Central State High School role with Queensland Department of Education based in QLD, AU Queensland Department of Education Role Seniority - mid level More about the International Student Coordinator - Springfield Central State High School role at Queensland Department of Education Springfield Central State High School is seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised individual to join our Centre for International Excellence in a combined role supporting our international and homestay program. The ideal candidate will have experience in Department of Education (Queensland) processes, particularly DE International, and will coordinate high-quality and responsive service delivery and welfare support. This role is integral to ensuring a positive, successful, and enriching experience for both international students and homestay families within our school community. About The School Springfield Central State High School is a dynamic and inclusive learning community where students are inspired to strive for excellence in all aspects of their education. Our school is committed to empowering young people with the skills, values, and confidence to succeed in an ever-evolving world. Through a high standard of academic achievement, innovative teaching practices, and a strong culture of respect and responsibility, we nurture students who are prepared for life beyond school, whether in further education, careers, or global opportunities. Springfield Central State High School offers a vast array of extra-curricular activities that allow students to explore their passions, develop leadership skills, and build lifelong friendships. Our students have endless opportunities to shine beyond the classroom. At Springfield Central State High School, we are more than just a school – we are a community where every student is supported, encouraged, and given the tools to achieve their personal best. Our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and innovation makes us a place where students not only learn but grow into the leaders of tomorrow. Everything at Springfield Central stems from the school's improvement priorities: Believe - all Springers can learn, improve and achieve. Belong - all Springers are valued and included. Become - all Springers are future orientated. Your Responsibilities As the International Student Coordinator, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Ensure that international students are enrolled and are provided with textbooks, individual timetable and support materials. Ensure details of international students are effectively managed on a database, including but not limited to, current overseas student health cover, passport details, address attendance records and student fees. Develop and maintain effective communication links with international students, parents, host families and staff of DE international. Contribute to the development and coordination of an orientation program for international students, including informing students of the location and accessibility to consumer services and community facilities and ensure integration into the school environment and community. Monitor the ongoing welfare, adjustment, behaviour and health of international students, visa compliance requirements ensuring appropriate intervention is provided, escalation to supervisors occurs as required and detailed records are maintained. Ensure compliance with DE International policies and procedures as well as State and Commonwealth legislative requirements. Ensure homestay providers are compliant with Blue Card Services criteria and relevant DE International policies and procedures. Manage and coordinate the placement of international students with suitable approved homestay providers in accordance with DE International's homestay policies and procedures as well as State and Commonwealth legislative requirements. Contribute to the development and coordination of a homestay register to record and monitor homestay providers and student placement data. Liaise with parents and homestay providers and advocate for international students in terms of welfare issues, particularly those relating to the homestay environment. Identify and facilitate access to support services, including counselling, to assist with the adjustment to living and studying in Queensland, and resolving issues which could impede successful completion of study. Deliver training to approved homestay providers, and coordinate information sharing sessions with homestay providers to ensure consistency of care and service delivery. Develop and maintain effective communication processes with international students and homestay providers. Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position. Interested? To Apply Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history). Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) 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. Occupational group Education & Training Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Queensland Department of Education team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Coordinating international student enrollment Monitoring student welfare Managing homestay placements Key Strengths Experience in Department of Education (Queensland) processes ️ Communication skills Organisational skills Counselling skills Training experience Cultural awareness A Final Note: This is a role with Queensland Department of Education not with Hatch.
