Head of Department

An exciting opportunity exists to join Laidley District State School as the Head of Department - Student Services, where you will play a vital role in supporting student engagement. In this dynamic leadership position, you will collaborate closely with staff, students, and families to promote positive student engagement, inclusion, and wellbeing initiatives throughout the school. If you are passionate about making a difference and fostering a supportive learning environment, apply now to join our dedicated team at Laidley District State School.

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.

Laidley District State School prides itself on fostering a caring, inclusive community where expert teachers continuously develop their skills to provide exceptional learning experiences. Located just north of Laidley's center, our modern, well-maintained facilities support a vibrant educational environment. Our school's achievements in community engagement, STEM, and Indigenous education reflect our commitment to excellence. With a focus on advancing mathematics, innovative teaching, collaboration, and reading over the next four years, we warmly invite families to join our supportive community and work together to help every child reach their full potential.

As the Head of Department, Student Services, you will focus on initiatives that support and enhance the educational outcomes for students while incorporating the vision of the Early Childhood and State Schools Division into school planning. You will be responsible for developing the quality of teaching and learning and nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers, and the community. Reporting to the school Principal or their delegate, the Head of Department must demonstrate strong leadership in student support services, a solid understanding of inclusive education, and the ability to build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders. Experience with behaviour management frameworks, case management, and a background in rural or regional education will be highly advantageous.

As the Laidley District State School, 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 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.

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

• 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.

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