OVERVIEW The Student Support Officer – Roma role with the Brisbane Broncos focuses on mentoring and supporting First Nations students in Years 7–12 through the Beyond the Broncos Program at Roma State College. This part-time position is community-based and education-focused, supporting student engagement, retention, and academic progress. The role blends youth mentoring, stakeholder collaboration, and culturally safe practice within a respected national sporting organisation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Provide culturally safe mentoring and strengths-based support to First Nations students participating in the Beyond the Broncos Program – Support student engagement, retention, and academic progress at Roma State College – Work collaboratively with key stakeholders including school staff, parents, carers, Indigenous community members, NGOs, and government agencies – Update and maintain student profiles and records – Provide career pathway support including mentoring, work experience, industry engagement, information sessions, and self-awareness activities – Implement, monitor, and review strategies related to attendance, behaviour, effort, retention, and attainment – Undertake other ad hoc tasks as required REQUIREMENTS – Previous experience working with First Nations young people and understanding of local community groups – Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in Education, Youth, or Community Service – Strong communication and interpersonal skills – Comprehensive administration and reporting skills – Strong respect for confidentiality involving participants and team members – Current Driver’s Licence – Current Blue Card and/or Working With Children Check (WWCC) WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS This role plays a direct part in improving educational engagement and long-term outcomes for First Nations young people in a regional setting. By combining mentoring, career guidance, and collaboration with families and communities, the position supports students to remain connected to school and build confidence in their future pathways. It also strengthens partnerships between education providers, community organisations, and industry. BONUS: APPLICATION ADVICE – Clearly demonstrate your experience working with First Nations young people, including examples of culturally safe or strengths-based approaches – Highlight any background in education, youth work, or community services that aligns with mentoring and student support – Emphasise your ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders such as schools, families, and community organisations – Provide specific examples of your administrative, reporting, or case management experience – Explicitly confirm that you hold a current Driver’s Licence and Blue Card and/or WWCC, as required – Tailor your cover letter to show your interest in community-based education and regional work in Western Queensland This position is offered on a part-time basis, working two days per week, and includes professional development opportunities and community-focused benefits through the Brisbane Broncos organisation.