Principal Advisor, Autism

13 hours ago

Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia Department of Education Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Do you have autism-specific expertise and a deep knowledge of state school processes?

Do you enjoy working collaboratively with diverse teams in a fast-paced environment?

If the answer to both questions is
'yes', we would love to hear from you

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 ( ).

About the Role:

Darling Downs South West Region is seeking applications for the temporary role of Principal Advisor, Autism.

The position is available from 15 December 2025 unless otherwise determined.

The Principal Advisor, Autism plays a key role in the region's delivery of autism-specific services and expertise. The role is line managed by the Manager, Inclusive Practices from the Darling Downs South West Region, Student Services division and professionally supervised by the Manager, Autism Hub.

The Principal Advisor Autism will:

  • Coach school leadership teams to build staff capability to implement evidence-informed practices to support students with autism.
  • Deliver autism-specific professional learning for school staff and regional leaders.
  • Establish and cultivate effective relationships and networks with key stakeholders including school teams, parents, internal and external stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with key regional staff to ensure a coordinated approach to support schools in the implementation of inclusive, evidence-based practices to meet the learning needs of students with autism and reduce practices that create barriers to access and participation.
  • Provide advice and support to schools with at-risk or critical incidents involving students with autism.
  • Collect and share up-to-date information on programs, services and supports for students with autism.

Mandatory Requirements

  • Travel across the region is required of this position.
  • A current driver's licence is required.

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 maximum 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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