Family Support Coordinator - Clinton State School

Are you are interested in working within an exciting new initiative that supports confident steps through life and learning? New Family Support Coordinator positions are available in multiple school locations across Queensland.Clinton State School is seeking applications from someone who is passionate about supporting children and families successfully transition into school, establish positive patterns of attendance and link families to external government and non-government supports and services and reduce barriers to learning.If you are interested in working with a highly supportive staff who are dedicated to supporting student outcomes apply today.Who We AreClinton State School is a welcoming and inclusive primary school located in Gladstone, Queensland. The school provides a supportive learning environment that encourages students to reach their full potential academically, socially, and personally. With a strong focus on literacy, numeracy, and wellbeing, Clinton State School promotes respect, responsibility, and resilience. Its dedicated staff work closely with families and the community to create engaging learning opportunities that prepare students for future success.Step Into Your Next ChapterAs the Family Support Coordinator you will assist the school to support children and families successfully transition into school from early childhood services. You will facilitate access to learning or engagement supports to help establish positive patterns of school attendance, behaviour and engagement in learning. You will link families to external government and non-government supports and services to reduce barriers to learning for students.This is a temporary fulltime position for a period of 12 months, unless otherwise determined.Responsibilities IncludeWork with classroom teachers, teacher aides and specialist support staff to understand the child's needs and connect families with services, such as health, therapeutic and developmental interventions to support engagement with learning.Work with and support the needs of vulnerable children from diverse and complex backgrounds, including First Nations young persons with disability and young persons in care.Support family capacity building to assist their child's learning, development and wellbeing, ongoing engagement in school, and the school to respond to the complex needs of students and families.Assist school communities advocating for vulnerable children and families to address their needs and facilitate engagement in learning for improved learning outcomes.Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.The Perfect FitExperience working in a culturally responsive manner with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and/or a willingness to work and train in culturally appropriate approaches is essential.Knowledge of the regions demographic and local service providers and agency supports would be highly regarded.Submit Your ApplicationAttach 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.Occupational group Education & Training