About the School At Rockhampton Special School, our vision is for every student to achieve success, guided by our core values of Respect, Positivity, and Integrity. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where students can thrive during their educational journey and beyond. Our school fosters strong connections with the local community through events, work experience programs, and partnerships, while offering a range of innovative resources such as a sensory room, interactive technology, and a wellbeing dog to support student engagement and development. We value collaboration with families and the wider community to ensure the best outcomes for our students. About the Role The Family Support Coordinator will play a vital role in supporting children and families to transition into school successfully, establish positive attendance and behaviour patterns, and access external services to reduce barriers to learning. Reporting to the Principal or their delegate, you will work closely with school staff, families, and external partners to create a safe and welcoming learning environment. Key responsibilities include: Collaborating with external partners to support families and children in engaging with learning and improving attendance and behaviour. Connecting families with services such as health, therapeutic, and developmental interventions to support student engagement. Building and sustaining positive relationships with students, parents, school staff, and community services. Identifying and establishing a formal network of support providers and partners for families and children. Using data to assess and improve the effectiveness of support measures for students and families. This role would suit someone passionate about fostering positive relationships, supporting families, and making a meaningful impact on student outcomes. About You The following traits would be beneficial: Experience working with children and families, particularly those with diverse needs. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective partnerships. Knowledge of community services and support networks. Ability to use data to inform decision-making and measure outcomes. Understanding of the challenges faced by vulnerable children and families. Why Join Us Joining Rockhampton Special School means becoming part of a supportive and innovative team dedicated to student success. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with access to state-of-the-art resources and a strong focus on wellbeing and engagement. Be part of a school that values collaboration, community, and making a difference in the lives of students and their families. Interested? To Apply: * Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history) 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.
