Youth Worker
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
6 October 2026
Posted 21 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
Prep-6
School staff (FTE)
51.7
29.7 teaching · 22 non-teaching
Students per teacher
13.4:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
399
Indigenous students
21%
Language other than English
29%
Girls vs boys
170 girls · 229 boys
Socio-educational background
Well below the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Darling Downs South West Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Gatton State School is looking for a compassionate, proactive and relationship-focused Youth Worker to join our school community.
In this role, you'll build positive connections with young people experiencing educational, social, emotional or behavioural challenges, while working closely with families, school staff and external support services. Most importantly, you'll believe in the potential of every young person and be committed to helping
them feel supported, connected and successful at school.
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to our school community by helping young people overcome barriers, stay engaged in education and develop the skills and confidence they need for their future. If you're passionate about working with young people and creating positive change, we'd love
to hear from you.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationAO3Workplace LocationToowoomba regionJob ad referenceQLD/DSR701966/26TClosing date06-Oct-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 31 December 2027 unless otherwise determinedContact personJack MATHEWSONContact details07 5466 3333Access the National Relay Service
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Gatton State School can trace its history down through two centuries and look back with pride at its contribution to education in the Lockyer Valley. Established in 1876 Gatton State School h…