Head of Special Education Services

4 days ago

Collinsville Queensland, Australia Department of Education Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

An exciting opportunity exists for a Head of Special Education Services to influence inclusive practices across diverse school communities while enjoying the unique lifestyle and natural
beauty of the Whitsunday region.

Reporting to the Principal of Collinsville State High School, you will coordinate and support the Special Education Programs across participating schools, building staff capability and fostering
a shared commitment to high-quality teaching and learning for students with disability.

This role leads Inclusive Education across a collaborative cluster of North Queensland schools. Whitsunday Cluster includes: Collinsville State High School (base school), Collinsville State School, Scottville State School, Merinda State School, Hamilton Island State School and Hayman Island State School.

This is a temporary full-time position to commence from 22 January until 11 December 2026, with possibility of extension, unless otherwise determined.

About the Department

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About the Role

As the Head of Special Education Services you will

  • Promote an inclusive culture and practices within the school community to ensure equity and excellence for students with disability.
  • Develop and support a high quality of teaching and adjustments for students with disability in accordance to related legislation and policies.

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 response (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description 'How you will be assessed' section.
  • 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. The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. ( https://alt-,participate%20fully%20in%20our%20workplaces. )

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