About this job
About Corinda State High School
Corinda State High School is one of Brisbane's leading co-educational Independent Public Schools, conveniently located in a beautiful, leafy setting just 10 kilometres from Brisbane city centre. Our vision is to create a place of learning that 'exceeds your expectations', aiming to revolutionise teaching and learning, particularly through the continuing execution of our elite Academic, Sporting and Arts Excellence Programs.
Our educational and aspirational values include Learner Agency, Learning Partnerships (teachers, peers, families and communities) and Individual and Societal Wellbeing. Every student will nurture their passions, by making connections between different learning environments, and thrive towards attaining their personal learning goals. The student Total Fitness and Future Fit program is a unique feature, supporting student wellbeing, leadership development and pathway planning.
Your Role
We are seeking a candidate to build strong relationships with students and parents as part of a unified collective.
The Head of Department - Student Services will work as a member of the Student Services team to support students' wellbeing and behaviour, communicate responsively to parents and work with teachers to support the implementation of restorative practices.
As the Head of Department - Student Services you will:
- Assist the Year Level Deputy in implementing the Student Code of Conduct by overseeing short-term suspensions, monitoring behaviour support plans, facilitating peer mediations, and providing case management support.
- Lead and promote a strong year-level culture by maintaining open communication with parents and coordinating key events such as leadership days, camps, assemblies, and social activities.
- Champion the school's PERMAH framework to enhance student wellbeing and foster positive peer relationships through the implementation of restorative practices.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply
- Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- A 2-pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of the attached 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).
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