Head of Special Education Services (H02) - Mareeba State School - Special Education Program

Queensland Government; Cooktown; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mareeba State School invites applications for a temporary Head of Special Education Services, commencing January 2027. The role leads the school’s Special Education Program, providing expert advice to senior leaders and staff to strengthen inclusive practices and improve student outcomes.

As an educational leader, you will drive high-quality teaching, targeted interventions, and collaborative partnerships with families, specialist services and community agencies to support students with

Responsibilities

• Lead high-quality teaching, reasonable adjustments and targeted interventions for students with disability.
• Build strong partnerships with staff, families, specialist services and community agencies to coordinate effective support for students with diverse and complex needs.
• Contribute to whole-school planning, improvement and decision-making while supporting staff capability and inclusive practice across the school.

Job description

An exciting opportunity exists for a dedicated and experienced educational leader to join Mareeba State School as Head of Special Education Services. Working within the school’s Special Education Program, the successful applicant will support the delivery of inclusive educational practices and positive outcomes for students. This temporary position is available from January 2027 until December 2027, unless otherwise determined.

About Us

Mareeba State School is committed to ensuring every student is learning and achieving every day. The school fosters high expectations, positive relationships and an inclusive, supportive learning environment where individual needs, learning styles and cultural diversity are valued. Through quality teaching, a strong curriculum and differentiated learning, the school supports students to develop academically, socially and emotionally. Strong partnerships with families and the wider community are central to creating a safe, engaging environment where students can build independence, resilience and a lifelong love of learning.

Your Opportunity

As Head of Special Education Services, you will play a key leadership role in fostering an inclusive school culture where students with disability are supported to learn, participate and achieve. You will lead the delivery of the school's Special Education Program, providing expert advice and support to school leaders, teachers and staff to strengthen inclusive practices and improve outcomes for students.

In This Role, You Will

• Lead high-quality teaching, reasonable adjustments and targeted interventions for students with disability.
• Build strong partnerships with staff, families, specialist services and community agencies to coordinate effective support for students with diverse and complex needs.
• Contribute to whole-school planning, improvement and decision-making while supporting staff capability and inclusive practice across the school.

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