Transition Officer - Cleveland Education and Training Centre

Cleveland Education and Training Centre is seeking applications from a highly motivated and proactive Transition Officer (AO4) to join the team on a permanent, full-time basis. In this role, you will support young people to re-engage with education and training pathways within the community, providing ongoing guidance and assistance to help them achieve positive outcomes. The position involves regular travel across Townsville, Cairns, and regional Queensland. If you are passionate about making a difference and this opportunity aligns with your skills, we encourage you to apply today.

About the School

Cleveland Education and Training Centre (CETC) is a Department of Education school based within the Cleveland Youth Detention Centre in Townsville, supporting young people aged 10-18 from across northern and regional Queensland. As a service provider within the detention centre, staff must follow strict safety and security protocols. CETC delivers education programs for 48 weeks of the year, with staff working on a roster that requires leave to be taken outside standard school holiday periods

Your Role

As a Transition Officer, you will support young people transitioning from youth detention into education, training, or employment. You'll work closely with students, carers, and partner agencies to promote ongoing learning and job pathways, and help meet placement and outcome targets. The role involves collaboration with stakeholders across Townsville, Cairns, and regional North Queensland, including regular travel.

You will also contribute to the school's strategic plan through data collection, program evaluation, and continuous improvement. Success in this role requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to build positive relationships, and experience supporting young people with diverse educational backgrounds to achieve meaningful post-detention pathways.

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. 

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 Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.