Manager, Education Justice Initiative

2 days ago


Brisbane, Australia Queensland Government Full time

About the Department of Education

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

A Role with Purpose

Based in Metropolitan North Region (Nundah and North Lakes Offices) this role is to lead a team working with at risk young people appearing in the Children Court, supporting reintergration into an appropriate education pathway and building external partnerships to provide support to at risk young people and their families.

Responsibilities include:
Lead and oversee the delivery of the Education Justice Initiative in Metropolitan North Region.
Strategically manage and triage regional referrals.
Liase with internal and external stakeholder including multi-agency collaborative panels.
Lead the management of recruitment, workforce planning, training, supervision and performance of staff to build capacity and ensure a high level of service delivery in line with departmental requirements.

The Perfect Fit

Strong Leadership skills including evidence of leading a team.
Experience in case management.
Education, Court and/or Youth Justice experience preferred but not essential.

Mandatory Requirements

Blue Card
Driver's License

Interested? To Apply

Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
Attach a 2-page written statement in response to 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.
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