Enrolments Officer - Redbank Plains State High School, Education

Redbank Plains State High School is dedicated to preparing students for success in a dynamic and evolving world. We actively collaborate with families and the wider community to develop informed, compassionate, and globally aware citizens.

We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Enrolments Officer to join our team on a temporary full-time basis, for a period of 6 months, unless otherwise determined.

The successful candidate will provide essential administrative support, ensuring the efficient operation of school processes. This role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build positive relationships with staff, students, and the broader school community.

About Redbank Plains State High School

We are a school committed to maximising student outcomes in a safe and supportive learning environment, developing the students' abilities in academic, cultural and sporting areas while enhancing their social skills so they can interact effectively at school and succeed as part of the wider community. We seek to develop optimistic, dynamic young people who have positive values and a commitment to the good of society and the environment.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor student attendance by maintaining accurate records, tracking absences, and identifying patterns of concern.
• Follow up on unexplained absences by contacting parents, guardians, and relevant stakeholders to support student re-engagement.
• Generate attendance reports and provide data analysis to support school decision-making and intervention strategies.
• Collaborate with staff and support teams to implement attendance improvement initiatives and address barriers to student participation.
• Ensure compliance with attendance policies by maintaining accurate records and adhering to departmental guidelines.
• Provide administrative support including data entry, record management, and preparation of reports.
• Engage with students, parents, and external agencies to promote the importance of regular attendance and well-being.
• Support school events and initiatives that encourage student engagement and participation.

About You

Desirable Skills & Attributes:

• Strong data management skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word for tracking, reporting, and analysis.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship management, particularly with students, families, and community organizations.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills to support attendance interventions and student re-engagement.
• A commitment to inclusivity and student well-being, ensuring attendance strategies support diverse needs.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

How to Apply

• Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2-pg 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. ( https://alt-qed.qed.qld.gov.au/working-with-us/induction/department/human-resources/inclusion-and-diversity#:~:text=Pathways%20to%20Parity,participate%20fully%20in%20our%20workplaces. )