This is a Community Education Counsellor (Identified) - Benowa State High School role with Queensland Department of Education based in Gold Coast, QLD, AU Queensland Department of Education Role Seniority - junior, mid level More about the Community Education Counsellor (Identified) - Benowa State High School role at Queensland Department of Education Benowa State High School is seeking a passionate Community Education Counsellor (Identified) to join our team from Term 2, 2026. This role supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and strengthens connections between school, families, and community. If you are committed to supporting student success and building strong community partnerships, we encourage you to apply. Who We Are Benowa is proud to be one of Queensland's highest achieving state secondary schools. Beyond strong academic outcomes, we are defined by a culture of high expectations, mutual respect, and genuine care for every student. We believe that success begins with effort, supported by dedicated staff who challenge and encourage students to reach their full potential. Step Into Your Next Chapter Provide educational counselling and support services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children and students across a number of schools. Participate in the development of activities, in and out of school, likely to enhance the involvement in education of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and their families. Develop and undertake support service programs designed to meet the needs of the school/s that will encourage the educational participation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children and students. Establish and maintain links with out of school sources of inform.ation and support services to assist in the advancement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and students. Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities. Submit Your Application 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 will 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. 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 ️ Providing educational counselling Participating in community activities Establishing support links Key Strengths Educational counselling Community engagement Program development A Final Note: This is a role with Queensland Department of Education not with Hatch.
