Head of Department

22 hours ago


Logan City, Queensland, Australia Queensland Department of Education Full time
Head of Department - Student Services - Woodridge State High School

Woodridge State High School is seeking a dynamic and innovative leader for the role of Head of Department – Student Performance, leading our focus on student performance, empowerment, and culture. We believe all students can learn with the right support and time, guided by our vision: Empowered, Resilient... World Changing Our passionate staff drive continuous improvement through strong practices in PB4L and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS).

If you're ready to lead with purpose and make a real impact in a vibrant, forward-thinking school community, apply now and help shape the future at Woodridge State High School.

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

Woodridge State High School, founded in 1972, has a long-standing tradition of delivering quality education driven by a commitment to student success. From its early days as Queensland's largest school to now educating students from over 60 cultural backgrounds, Woodridge has remained at the heart of its community, celebrating diversity and building strong partnerships. With a focus on high expectations, student empowerment, and meaningful engagement, the school offers a safe and inclusive environment where expert staff and community connections support individualised learning. Through targeted teaching in Literacy, Numeracy, Science, and Digital Learning, Woodridge State High ensures every student is equipped to make informed decisions about their future in an ever-changing world.

About The Role

As the Head of Department, Student Services, you will play a pivotal role in driving initiatives that support and enhance educational outcomes for all students. Your leadership will align closely with the vision of the Early Childhood and State Schools Division, ensuring its integration into strategic school planning and everyday practice. You will be instrumental in fostering continuous improvement in the quality of teaching and learning, creating an environment where both students and educators can thrive. Central to your role will be nurturing strong, positive relationships among students, teachers, and the wider community, promoting a supportive and inclusive school culture that enables every learner to succeed.

Responsibilities
  • 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 the Principal.
  • Provide management and engagement strategies including induction activities of new arrivals, and advise on specific academic, social and emotional needs of new arrivals.
  • Monitor students' individual performance and behaviour and develop and implement intervention strategies where necessary.

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) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description "How you will be assessed" section.
  • 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. Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

Job details
  • Seniority level: Not Applicable
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Other
  • Industries: Government Administration
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