International Student Coordinator - Southport State High School

Southport State High School is seeking and motivated, enthusiastic International Student Coordinator to commence mid-term 4, until 10 December 2027 unless otherwise determined.

If you are passionate about supporting international students and believe you can make a positive contribution to their educational journey, wellbeing and successful integration into our school community, we encourage you to apply.

About us:

Southport State High School is a supportive and caring school focused on personal excellence and student success. It provides a wide range of academic, artistic, technical, sporting and leadership opportunities, with pathways designed to help students reach their full potential. The school promotes respect, responsibility, honesty, confidence and personal growth, while creating a positive learning environment through strong relationships between students, teachers and parents. Partnerships with businesses, universities and the wider community also give students valuable real-world experiences and future opportunities.

Your opportunity:

• Manage and coordinate high quality and responsive service delivery and welfare support to international students.
• Contribute to the provision of a successful experience for international students at the school and the enhancement of Queensland's reputation as a provider of quality education programs.

Responsibilities:

• Manage international student enrolments and provide textbooks, timetables and support materials.
• Maintain accurate student records, including health cover, passport, address, attendance and fee information.
• Monitor attendance and coordinate academic reports to parents and DE International.
• Maintain effective communication with students, parents, host families and DE International staff.
• Coordinate orientation programs and support students to settle into the school and local community.
• Monitor student welfare, adjustment, behaviour, health and visa compliance.
• Identify and arrange appropriate support services, including counselling.
• Ensure compliance with DE International policies and State and Commonwealth legislation.
• Participate in training provided by the school and DE International.

Please refer to 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.
• Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in 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.