Head of Department - Student Services - Moranbah State High School

Queensland Government; Mackay; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading educational institution as Head of Department - Student Services. This role focuses on enhancing student experiences and community engagement through strategic leadership and collaboration. Ideal for those passionate about making a difference in education.

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within education.
• Commitment to student development and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Set high standards for student and staff performance.
• Form partnerships with students, parents, and community groups.
• Understand legislation and policies impacting schooling.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Strategic Thinking

Job description

We are seeking an experienced, dynamic, and compassionate individual to join our leadership team as Head of Department - Student Services. This is a temporary full-time position for a period of 6 months, unless otherwise determined. If you are committed to making a lasting impact on student’s lives and thrive in a collaborative, values driven school community, we encourage you to apply.

About Us

Moranbah State High School is a fantastic school that offers quality teaching and learning. In addition there are wonderful opportunities available to students to engage in a large range of extra-curricular and gifted and talented programs. We strive to ensure students entering our gates for the first time feel welcome and supported.

The school has approximately 750 students who all enjoy and value learning, strive to achieve their best and are active members of a safe supportive and positive community. Our school's motto, 'Tomorrow's Future Today' reflects our commitment to working in partnership with families to ensure every student has a quality education that prepares them for a positive productive future in our community.

About The Role

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Set high standards for student and staff performance.
• Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
• Form partnerships with students, parents, other government agencies, and community groups.
• Be futures oriented and strategic.
• Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling especially in relation to students and staff within the school department.
  
  
  

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

How To Apply

• Please attach a maximum 3 page resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2 page written response to Key Capabilities 1,2,3 and 4 in the How you will be Assessed section of 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.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

Occupational group Education & Training