Head of Special Education Services (HO1) - Longreach State High School - Special Education Program
Queensland Government
Date: 6 days ago
City: Davao
Contract type: Full time
An exciting leadership opportunity awaits a dynamic Head of Special Education Services.
Based at Longreach State High School, this permanent role also supports three small schools (Winton State School, Bedourie State School, Birdsville State School).
You'll provide expert guidance to ensure inclusive, high- quality learning for students with disabilities. You'll lead curriculum and inclusion practices, foster strong community connections, and ensure supports and adjustments are aligned with current legislation and policy.
This role is a cluster position servicing Longreach State High School, Winton State School, Bedourie State School and Birdsville State School. Base school will be at Longreach SHS.
About The Department
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About The School
Our school is at the heart of Queensland's central west, in the iconic outback town of Longreach. Longreach State High School offers students a unique education experience shaped by a strong community spirit, rich local heritage, and wide-open learning spaces. We're committed to helping every student thrive, both in the classroom and beyond.
About The Role
As the Head of Special Education Services, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Interested? To Apply
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.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
Occupational group Education & Training
Based at Longreach State High School, this permanent role also supports three small schools (Winton State School, Bedourie State School, Birdsville State School).
You'll provide expert guidance to ensure inclusive, high- quality learning for students with disabilities. You'll lead curriculum and inclusion practices, foster strong community connections, and ensure supports and adjustments are aligned with current legislation and policy.
This role is a cluster position servicing Longreach State High School, Winton State School, Bedourie State School and Birdsville State School. Base school will be at Longreach SHS.
About The Department
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About The School
Our school is at the heart of Queensland's central west, in the iconic outback town of Longreach. Longreach State High School offers students a unique education experience shaped by a strong community spirit, rich local heritage, and wide-open learning spaces. We're committed to helping every student thrive, both in the classroom and beyond.
About The Role
As the Head of Special Education Services, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Manage and coordinate high-quality advice and support from the Special Education and Early Childhood Development Programs.
- Lead and manage these programs, providing advice to classroom teachers for students with disabilities as needed.
- Offer high-quality advice to school leadership and staff to plan and implement effective reasonable adjustments for students with
- disabilities.
- Coordinate and provide targeted teaching for students needing intervention.
- Provide and coordinate case management for students requiring significant adjustments.
- Support staff in accessing specialist services and professional development.
- Engage in school decision-making and professional development to contribute to school goals and vision.
- Implement and manage school-wide systems to monitor and record data on students with disabilities.
- Form partnerships with parents, government agencies, and community groups to support students with disabilities.
- Manage human, financial, facilities, and curriculum resources to achieve goals.
Interested? To Apply
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
- Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description "How you will be assessed" section.
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.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
Occupational group Education & Training
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