Head of Special Education Services

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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

Waterford West State School is an inclusive community where every student is known, valued, and supported to succeed. Guided by our core values of Respect, Safety, and Learning, we cultivate a positive environment built on high expectations and strong relationships. Our diverse student body brings a rich mix of cultures and languages, and our dedicated staff focus on inclusive education, wellbeing, and quality teaching. Together, we provide tailored learning experiences that empower students academically, socially, and emotionally. At Waterford West, we celebrate diversity, promote equity, and are committed to helping every learner achieve their full potential.

About The Role

You'll support students with disabilities by leading high-quality teaching practices and implementing tailored adjustments that align with current legislation and policies. Collaborating closely with educators, families, and community stakeholders, you will promote an inclusive environment where every student has equitable access to learning opportunities. Your leadership will help foster positive outcomes and a culture of inclusion, ensuring all learners feel supported, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential.

Your Responsibilities

As the Head of Special Education Services, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Provide evidence-based advice and guidance to the school leadership team, classroom teachers, and other stakeholders to develop, plan, and implement effective reasonable adjustments for students with additional needs.
Analyse student achievement data to inform and provide targeted intervention and case management for students requiring substantial or extensive support.
Establish and maintain school-wide systems to monitor student progress and oversee the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD).
Work closely with school leadership teams, teachers, parents, and external agencies to ensure a collaborative and inclusive approach to student success.

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.

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.
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