Head of Department - Student Services - Mitchelton State High School

Queensland Government; Brisbane; Vor Ort; AUD 110.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Mitchelton State High School in Brisbane is seeking a focused and dynamic Head of Department - Student Services to join a committed team dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for our students. The role supports student wellbeing, engagement and inclusion across year levels and will work closely with the Executive Team, Leadership Team, staff and parent/community body.

The positions are temporary full-time commencing 21 January 2027 until 10 December 2027, with the opportunity to

Aufgaben

• Lead student wellbeing, engagement, attendance and positive behaviour initiatives across the school.
• Coordinate case management, intervention and support strategies for students experiencing academic, social, emotional or behavioural challenges.
• Build strong partnerships with students, families, staff and external agencies to improve student outcomes.
• Provide leadership and support to staff in student wellbeing, behaviour management and engagement practices.
• Analyse attendance, wellbeing and behaviour data to inform targeted interventions and school improvement strategies.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive school culture where all students are known, valued and supported.

Jobbeschreibung

Mitchelton State High School is seeking a focused and dynamic Head of Department - Student Services (2 positions) to join a committed team dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for our students. This opportunity will suit an educator who holds high expectations coupled with high support of students, values collaboration, builds strong professional relationships, and is committed to continuous improvement. The successful applicants for the Head of Department - Student Services will work closely with the Executive Team, Leadership Team, staff and parent/community body to support student wellbeing, behaviour and engagement across their allocated year levels. These are temporary full-time positions commencing 21 January 2027 until 10 December 2027, unless otherwise determined.

About Us

Mitchelton State High School is a learning community committed to maximising individual growth for our student population within a safe and supportive environment. Our strength is inclusivity and being welcoming, where we recognise individual 'stories' and 'histories' and work towards enhancing student development to reach individual excellence. We embrace great ideas and share the courage to change; challenging the way we have always done things, to continue to innovate our teaching practice. Mitchelton State High School is the school of first choice in the community, and our staff, students and parents recommend this school to others.

Our school values are respect, engagement, achievement and lifelong learning. This is evident in our school as we value difference and diversity; we are respectful and courteous to each other. Each member of the school community practices respect which includes fairness, caring and tolerance towards each other.

About The Role

The Head of Department - Student Services provides leadership in the areas of student wellbeing, engagement, behaviour, attendance and inclusion to ensure that every student is known, supported and challenged to achieve their personal best. The role contributes to the development of a positive school culture through strategic leadership, proactive intervention, case management and the implementation of evidence-informed practices aligned to the Department of Education's Brighter Futures agenda and the priorities of Mitchelton State High School.

Key Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To

• Lead student wellbeing, engagement, attendance and positive behaviour initiatives across the school.
• Coordinate case management, intervention and support strategies for students experiencing academic, social, emotional or behavioural challenges.
• Build strong partnerships with students, families, staff and external agencies to improve student outcomes.
• Provide leadership and support to staff in student wellbeing, behaviour management and engagement practices.
• Analyse attendance, wellbeing and behaviour data to inform targeted interventions and school improvement strategies.
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive school culture where all students are known, valued and supported.

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

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.

Occupational group

Education & Training