Head of Department - Student Services - Woodridge State High School

Queensland Government; Beaudesert; Presencial; AUD 110.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Woodridge State High School in Queensland invites applications for Head of Department - Student Services. You will provide strategic leadership to support student wellbeing, engagement and success across the school, coordinating student support initiatives and wellbeing processes in collaboration with families, staff and external agencies to foster a safe, inclusive learning community.

The role requires a strong commitment to equity and positive student outcomes, with the ability to manage

Responsabilidades

• Provide strategic leadership in developing and implementing initiatives to improve student wellbeing, engagement and attendance with a strong focus on equity.
• Oversee monitoring, data collection and reporting of student needs and implement targeted interventions.
• Lead induction and integration of new students and families with collaboration from internal and external support agencies.
• Build partnerships with parents, staff, higher education providers and community organisations to enhance student outcomes.
• Promote inclusive practices through effective leadership and compliance with policies, equipping staff with tools to improve outcomes.

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative and visionary Head of Department - Student Services to provide strategic leadership and direction in supporting student wellbeing, engagement and success across the school. As Head of Department - Student Services, you will lead and coordinate student support initiatives, oversee wellbeing and behaviour support processes, and work collaboratively with students, families, staff and external agencies to promote a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment. The role requires a strong commitment to equity, inclusion and positive student outcomes, alongside the ability to lead a team, manage complex student needs, build effective partnerships and implement evidence-informed practices. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 21 January 2027 until 25 June 2027, unless otherwise determined.

About Us

Woodridge State High School celebrates a strong sense of community and is reflective of the multicultural Logan region. We are especially proud of the ways in which we celebrate richness and diversity in student backgrounds. Woodridge State High School now educates approximately 1400 students from over 60 cultural backgrounds.

Our school is at the forefront of community leadership, addressing the needs of our diverse community through advocacy, educational, professional and social networks and services. As a school, we value the education of students to make informed choices about themselves, their future, and the world around them.

It is the vision of Woodridge State High School to provide a thriving, agile teaching and learning environment, leading our community to be empowered, connected and futures focused - Empowered, Resilient... World Changing!

About The Role

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Provide strategic leadership in developing and implementing innovative initiatives to improve student learning outcomes, achievement, engagement and attendance, with a strong focus on equity and supporting students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Oversee student monitoring, data collection and reporting, identifying individual academic, social, emotional and behavioural needs, and implementing targeted intervention and support strategies where required.
• Lead the induction, transition and integration of new students and their families, ensuring appropriate academic, social and emotional support through collaboration with internal and external support agencies.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with parents, staff, school leadership teams, higher education providers, community organisations and external agencies to enhance student engagement, attendance and achievement.
• Promote inclusive and socially just practices through effective leadership, resource management and compliance with relevant legislation and departmental policies, while equipping staff with strategies and tools to improve student outcomes.

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

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