Description:
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Defence School Mentor to support the dependants of Defence members and families. In this role, you will provide information and assistance to help ease the challenges of mobility and service-related parental absence. You will also work closely with the school community to strengthen its ability to support Defence students and their families, while aligning with school policies and priorities.
Job details
Position status Permanent Position type Flexible part-time Occupational group Education & Training Classification AO3 Workplace Location Cairns region Job ad reference QLD/FNR634047/25P Closing date 14-May-2025 Yearly salary $75886 - $84201 Fortnightly salary $2908.70 - $3227.40 Job duration Contact person Kelly Metcalf Contact details (07) 4039 9222Access the National Relay Service
About the School
Redlynch State College is a modern P-12 college situated in a picturesque and safe suburban setting offering the very best learning environment for all our students. The college has a proud history of academic success, sporting prowess, community support and parent involvement.
About the Role
Responsibilities include:
- Support and assist young people from Defence families to integrate into the school community to facilitate a supportive educational environment for them.
- Create a greater and ongoing awareness within the school community of the needs of young people from Defence families.
- Assist Defence parents and students to become familiar with the school and its facilities and raise awareness of their unique needs within the school community.
- Work with individuals, groups, families and stakeholders to develop and implement programs to enable Defence students to feel welcome and included within the school community.
Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.
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 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.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity .
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.