Head of Special Education Services

3 days ago

Brisbane, Australia Queensland Government Full time

Salary rate shown is based on full-time hours (1.0 FTE).

This is a temporary part-time position (0.8 FTE, 40 Hours) from 7 October 2025 (Term 4) for 12 months with the possibility of extension, unless otherwise determined.

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

Bardon State School is a small school set in expansive, leafy grounds. Strong connections across students, staff and families create a supportive, inclusive environment where every child is known and valued.

Our students come from well-educated, high-expectation families. We value strong parent partnerships and are committed to maximising each child's potential. Our curriculum blends inquiry and explicit teaching to develop literate, numerate and curious thinkers.

About the Role

As the Head of Department - Wellbeing and Engagement, there will be two aspects to your role:
Coordinate and deliver targeted interventions and case management for Year 5-6 students requiring substantial or extensive adjustments (currently three small multi-age classes)
Lead Engagement and Wellbeing initiatives across Prep to Year 6.

Please refer to the attached role description for any 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 from the 'How you will be assessed' section of the Role Description.
Attach a copy of your mandatory requirements outlined in the 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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