About this job
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.
Who We Are:
Queensland Pathways State College is a state high school that specialises in supporting young people aged 15 to 18 (minimum Year 10) who face significant barriers to engaging with mainstream education.
We are committed to providing a supportive learning environment where every student can succeed.
From 2026, QPSC has oversight of the Alexandra Hills Senior Studies Program operated by TAFE Queensland.
About Alexandra Hills Senior Studies Program:
The Alexandra Hills Senior Studies Program is a specialised, flexible learning environment designed for Year 11 and 12 students who are ready to take greater ownership of their pathway.
Located on the Alexandra Hills TAFE campus, the program blends school based support with access to vocational training, industry aligned courses, and a mature learning setting that prepares young people for life beyond school.
Students benefit from small classes, personalised case management, and a strong focus on wellbeing, engagement, and future pathways, whether that's university, TAFE, apprenticeships, or employment.
It's a program built for students who thrive with independence, practical learning, and a community that believes in their potential.
Your Role
As Head of School, you will:
- Lead the instructional program, coordinate the curriculum, monitor student progress and supportively supervise and evaluate instruction for the Senior Secondary component
- Oversee the QCAA Senior schooling certification agreement
- Collaborate on performance targets and reporting requirements
- Take responsibility for access and arrangements for reasonable adjustments for students with disability
- Maintain duty of care for students including responsibility for student behaviour, student protection, student wellbeing and privacy
- Report directly to the principal of QPSC
Responsibilities include:
- Leading QPSC's shared vision of the program and opportunities for building success.
- Set high standards for student and staff performance.
- Form partnerships with TAFE, parents, other government and non-government organisations, to ensure students have the necessary opportunities and support to succeed.
- Manage the DoE staffing and resources for the school
About You:
A successful applicant will have the following experience and/or knowledge:
- Experience in leading a highly effective team
- Thorough understanding of the Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) system, ATAR and Vocational Education
- Experience leading and implementing whole school strategic plans
- Understanding of trauma informed practices and adjustments for students with a disability
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