EOI - Head of Special Education Services (HO1) - Stretton State College -

An exciting expression of interest opportunity is available for a passionate, experienced, and innovative leader to join the leadership team at Stretton State College as Head of Special Education Services, based on the Secondary Campus. This role offers the chance to lead inclusive education with impact, working
collaboratively to support the success and wellbeing of students with disability in a dynamic and forward-thinking school community.

Apply now to be part of a team that values excellence, inclusion, and innovation.

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

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

Stretton State College is a vibrant and inclusive learning community where student wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. We believe young people thrive when they are happy, healthy and confident, with a strong sense of belonging. Our goal is to equip every member of our community with the emotional, social and intellectual skills needed to navigate life's challenges and opportunities both at school and beyond. Through our commitment to Positive Education, we aim to help every individual live a happy and meaningful life. Guided by our vision of caring hearts, curious minds and flourishing futures, we proudly foster a culture of kindness, connection and growth. As a recognised Happy School since 2014, we understand the importance of staff wellbeing and its impact on student success, strong relationships and lasting change.

Your Responsibilities

As the Head of Special Education Services, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Working collaboratively with all members of the Leadership Team to enact the school vision and strategic plan, with a focus on inclusion.
• Working collaboratively with all key stakeholders to build positive relationships that promotes and supports the learning and inclusion of students with additional needs.
• Developing sustainable partnerships and maintaining positive relationships with and between: staff, students, parents, and external organisations.
• Leading case management of students including the management of student behaviour, attendance, and wellbeing.
• Leading curriculum in line with school and departmental initiatives, with a focus on best practice.
• Tracking student outcomes and identifying trends in the areas of engagement, behaviour and effort, and developing support/intervention plans to promote student achievement.
• Maintaining a high visibility and presence within the school community to support student inclusion.
• Identifying and regularly acknowledging, the progress, efforts, achievements of students.
• Embedding socially just practices in daily school life for students so no student is 'left behind'

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 (one of whom should be your current supervisor).
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description "How you will be assessed" section.
• 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.

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

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.

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