Head of Special Education Services - Victoria Plantation State School - Special Education Program (Cluster)

Queensland Department of Education; Ingham; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Department of Education is seeking a Head of Special Education Services for Victoria Plantation State School - Special Education Program (Cluster). This leadership role focuses on guiding inclusive education across the cluster, supporting staff, families and the community to improve outcomes for students with diverse learning needs.

The successful applicant will lead high-quality advisory services, coordinate targeted interventions and help implement appropriate adjustments to meet

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the delivery of high-quality advice and support through the Special Education Program and/or Early Childhood Development Program, including guidance for teachers supporting students with disability.
• Provide advice to school leadership teams and staff on developing and implementing appropriate reasonable adjustments to meet students' individual needs.
• Coordinate targeted teaching, intervention and case management for students requiring extensive or substantial adjustments.
• Establish and maintain school-wide systems to monitor students with disability, including data collection, while supporting staff access to specialist services and professional development.
• Build partnerships with parents, government agencies and community groups, contribute to school planning and decision-making, and manage human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources to achieve program goals.

Job description

Head of Special Education Services - Victoria Plantation State School - Special Education Program (Cluster)

Queensland Department of Education – Queensland

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of students as Head of Special Education Services at Victoria Plantation State School.

This is an exciting leadership opportunity to guide and support the delivery of inclusive education across the Special Education Program Cluster.

Work collaboratively with school staff, families and communities to support students with diverse learning needs and promote positive educational outcomes.

About the Department of Education:

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

About us:

Located approximately 5 kilometres east of Ingham in North Queensland, Victoria Plantation State School - Special Education Program supports students with diverse learning needs within a small, close-knit school community.

The school caters for Prep to Year 6 and has a strong focus on individual achievement, inclusive learning and high expectations.

With strong connections to local families and surrounding schools, the program provides an opportunity to make a meaningful difference through collaboration and tailored student support.

Your opportunity:

This role supports the Hinchinbrook Cluster, based at Victoria Plantation State School. The successful applicant will work collaboratively across the cluster to build the capability of teachers and school staff in supporting students with disability and fostering inclusive educational practices.

At the base school, the Head of Special Education Services will work directly with staff and students within classroom settings, providing leadership, guidance, and support to strengthen inclusive teaching practices and improve educational outcomes for students with diverse learning needs.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead and coordinate the delivery of high-quality advice and support through the Special Education Program and/or Early Childhood Development Program, including guidance for teachers supporting students with disability.
• Provide advice to school leadership teams and staff on developing and implementing appropriate reasonable adjustments to meet students' individual needs.
• Coordinate targeted teaching, intervention and case management for students requiring extensive or substantial adjustments.
• Establish and maintain school-wide systems to monitor students with disability, including data collection, while supporting staff access to specialist services and professional development.
• Build partnerships with parents, government agencies and community groups, contribute to school planning and decision-making, and manage human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources to achieve program goals.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

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.