Head of Special Education Services

As Head of Special Education Services at Ormiston State School, you will lead a dedicated team focused on ensuring every student with disability is supported to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

This role is central to driving the school's inclusive education strategy and strengthening equitable learning opportunities across all classrooms.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you

About the Department

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About the School

Ormiston State School is a vibrant and inclusive learning community where every student is known, valued, and supported to learn, grow, and succeed. Our dedicated staff work together to create engaging, high-quality learning environments that nurture curiosity, respect, and resilience.

Guided by our TOPS values—Teamwork, Ownership, Participation, and Sensitivity, we foster a strong sense of belonging and pride across our school.

With a clear focus on reading and inclusion, we are committed to ensuring every student has the opportunity, support, and confidence to reach their full potential. Located in the beautiful bayside community of Ormiston, our school continues to thrive through strong partnerships with families and our local community, giving every child the best possible start to their education.

About the Role

As Head of Special Education Services (HOSES), you will lead a passionate and skilled team dedicated to supporting students with disability to access, participate, and achieve across all areas of school life. You will work closely with the Principal and Deputy Principals to drive the school's inclusive education strategy, ensuring that high-quality teaching and targeted supports enable every student to reach their potential.

Your leadership will focus on:

• Leading and managing the Special Education team to deliver effective, evidence-based support for students with disability.
• Building teacher capability in differentiation, curriculum access, and inclusive classroom practices.
• Coordinating personalised learning, verification, and transition processes in alignment with departmental policy and procedures.
• Strengthening collaborative partnerships with staff, parents, specialists, and external agencies to support student wellbeing and achievement.
• Using data and evidence to inform decision-making and continuously improve inclusive education outcomes.

The Perfect Fit

• Proven experience supporting students with disability and leading inclusive education practices.
• Strong understanding of curriculum, pedagogy, and adjustments for diverse learning needs.
• Demonstrated ability to lead inclusive practices and support diverse learners through a strong understanding of reading development across the Australian Curriculum, including effective intervention, data use, and alignment with whole-school pedagogy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills that promote collaboration and trust.
• The ability to lead and inspire a team of teachers and teacher aides to deliver high-impact support.
• Strong organisational and data management skills to guide effective decision-making.
• Experience in a leadership role within a Special Education or Inclusive Education setting.

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.