Student Support Services is a team who works together with students, parents and staff for the health and well-being of students, enabling them to have healthy, happy and productive lives. To this end, Bray Park State High School has established networks of support personnel who provide different levels of support for the individual needs of students. The Student Support Services staff are committed to helping students make the most of their experience at school.
The Student Support Services team can supports student in the following ways:
Assist students with learning and study plans
Help student to manage their behaviour
Provide career education, guidance and planning
Provide personal support
Facilitate mediation
Liaise with other support agencies and make referrals where applicable
Specialist support within the school exists in the form of:
Guidance Officers
Our Guidance Officers provide information, on educational, personal and vocational issues. In addition to support and counselling the Guidance Officer also provides psycho educational assessment, feedback and recommendations to actively help students and their families or carers. An appointment can be made at the office or by ringing the school office.
School Based Youth Heath Nurse
The School Based Youth Health Nurse works collaboratively and in partnership with the school as part of the school support team to promote health and well-being for the young person and the whole school community.
The Youth Health Nurse provides a confidential, accessible, appropriate health service for students, teachers and parents. They may be referred as issues have been identified by HOD/Admin or self-refer re issues that impact their health and well-being i.e. relationships, feeling unhappy or stressed, healthy skin, sexual health, personal and family conflict, vaping and alcohol problems, growth and development and mental health.
If you would like to get in contact with Nurse Nerissa, please email her at nurse.braypark@health.qld.gov.au.
The Community Education Counsellor (CEC) at Bray Park State High School provides cultural, social and emotional support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and their families, working closely with students to strengthen engagement, wellbeing and achievement.
Our CEC, Uncle Richard, builds strong connections between school, families and the wider community by supporting communication, encouraging parent and caregiver involvement, and collaborating with staff and external services to ensure students have access to the resources they need. The role also promotes cultural safety, belonging and awareness across the school.
Uncle Richard, is available Monday to Wednesday and can be contacted on 07 3881 6666 or at tmona27@eq.edu.au.
Youth Support Officer (YSO)
A Youth Support Officer (YSO) provides wellbeing, engagement, and practical support to students across the school. The role focuses on helping young people manage personal, social, and emotional challenges through one-on-one support, small-group programs, and links to internal and external services. Our Youth Support Officer, Kelly, works closely with families, teachers, and the wider Student Support Team to improve attendance, strengthen engagement, and assist students who may be experiencing vulnerability or complex circumstances. They help build resilience, promote positive relationships, and contribute to a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment.
Kelly is available Monday to Thursday and can be contacted on 07 3881 6666 or emailed at kkidc0@eq.edu.au.
School Based Police Officer
The School Based Policing Program (SBPP) seeks to enhance the community’s safety and security and increase confidence and satisfaction with police by building positive relationships with, and providing a quality policing service for, members of the school community. The School Based Police Officer is someone you can talk to about issues involving the law, feeling safe and being safe.
By building meaningful relationships with our students, Officer Rob is strengthening the partnership between the community and Police, helping create an environment where safety, trust and positive engagement can thrive.
If you would like to reach out to Officer Rob, he is onsite each school day and you can often find him in his office or out and about engaging with the students at events and around the school grounds.
School Chaplain
At Bray Park State High School, our Chaplain, Chappy Hannah, is an integral part of our Student Services Faculty and a valued member of our school community.
Chappy Hannah provides ongoing support to students and their families throughout the year, offering a listening ear, practical help, and encouragement when it’s needed most. She assists students with school resources, including stationery items such as books and pens, for those who may need a little extra help from time to time.
Chappy Hannah often organises a free BBQ breakfast on Thursday mornings, often a sausage sizzle or pancakes, supported by local churches in our community. She also helps run The Breakfast Club each morning from 8:15am to 8:45am in the Home Economics Kitchen, where students can drop by for cereal or toast before school.
Chappy Hannah plays a vital role in promoting the wellbeing of our students, staff, and families, always ready with a kind word, a caring heart, and a commitment to serving our school community. Support or guidance in the area of religion and spirituality will always be done only with parental consent.
If you would like to reach out to Chappy Hannah, she is available Tuesdays to Fridays and can be emailed at hbong0@eq.edu.au.
At Bray Park State High School, our Defence School Mentor (DSM), Sandra, provides dedicated support to students from Australian Defence Force (ADF) families, helping them adjust to new environments, build connections, and thrive during times of transition such as postings, relocations, and deployments. Funded by the Department of Defence through the Defence Member and Family Support (DMFS) program, the DSM role strengthens the partnership between Defence and schools to ensure the best educational and social outcomes for Defence children. Often described as the school’s “Aunty,” Sandra offers a caring, practical, and approachable presence—organising events, assisting with transitions, and providing a listening ear and guidance whenever needed.
If you need to make contact with Sandra, she is available Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, by phone 07 3881 6666 or email sgard121@eq.edu.au.
Vocational & Industry Liaison Officer
Our Industry Liaison Officer plays a key role in connecting students with career and training opportunities. Karan can help students explore potential pathways by providing information about different industries, organising work experience, and linking students with employers, training providers, and further education options. Karan also coordinates the school’s annual careers day, bringing in a wide range of organisations so students can learn directly from industry professionals, as well as planning excursions to industry sites where students can see different careers in action. By understanding student’s interests and strengths, Karan can guide them toward pathways that align with their goals. Students are encouraged to visit and talk through their ideas, questions, and plans, giving them a supportive space to navigate these pathways and make informed decisions about their futures.
If you would like to reach out to Karan, she is available Monday to Friday and can be contacted on 07 3881 6666 or knico39@eq.edu.au.
Each year, we are proud to see our Year 12 students graduate and move into further study, training and employment, contributing positively to our community. For some young people, however, additional support is needed to confidently transition into their next steps. The Link and Launch program is designed to assist these students by helping them explore suitable pathways and navigate the options available after school.
Our Link and Launch Officer, Inge Alberts, works with young people who have completed Year 12 but have not yet moved into study, training or work. Inge provides personalised guidance to help them consider a range of opportunities such as free apprenticeships and traineeships for under-25s, fee-free TAFE, Skilling Queenslanders for Work programs, alternative university entry, and employment options. Bray Park State High School is proud to be one of 36 sites across Queensland hosting this program, offering support to all eligible local young people.
Inge is available Monday to Thursday and can be contacted by phone on 07 3881 6666 or emailed at ialbe11@eq.edu.au.