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Head of Department - Student Engagement - Shailer Park State School

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Shailer Park State School is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Head of Department - Student Engagement to join our leadership team. Our school is committed to delivering a futures-focused education that fosters creativity, critical thinking, confident communication, and resilience in every learner. Guided by our vision, "Success for all - where learners come first," we believe every student can thrive with the right support and evidence-based teaching practices. With a strong emphasis on student engagement, we prioritise the social, emotional, physical, and academic development of each child.

If you're passionate about creating inclusive, supportive learning environments, apply now and help shape a future where every student succeeds.

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

Shailer Park State School is a proud Independent Public School known for its strong community reputation, high expectations, and commitment to inclusive education. Our dedicated team of educators works together to create a safe, respectful, and challenging learning environment where every student is supported to thrive. We celebrate diversity and value the individual strengths each student brings to our school. With strong partnerships across the community, students benefit from opportunities beyond the classroom that support academic, personal, and social growth. Through academic excellence, a focus on wellbeing, and vibrant extracurricular programs, Shailer Park offers a rewarding and dynamic place to work.

About The Role

As Head of Department, Student Engagement, you will lead initiatives that support improved educational outcomes, align school planning with the vision of Early Childhood and State Schools Division, and strengthen teaching and learning. A key focus will be fostering positive relationships across the school community. At our school, "Success for all, where learners come first" is more than a vision—it's a commitment. We prioritise student engagement and whole-child development through evidence-based, futures-focused education.

Your Responsibilities

As the Head of Department - Student Engagement, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide leadership and guidance for the implementation of innovative measures aimed at improving student learning outcomes and attendance in schools where a significant percentage of students may have a disadvantaged background, ensuring quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Where requested, prepare all data returns for senior management.
• Monitor students' individual performance and behaviour and develop and implement intervention strategies where necessary.
• Communicate and work with parents, higher education institutes and State Schools Division to improve learning outcomes, student achievements and attendance.
  
  

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.

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) in response to the attached role description.
• Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements outlined in 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.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

Occupational group Education & TrainingSeniority level

• Seniority levelNot Applicable

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionBusiness Development and Sales
• IndustriesGovernment Administration

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