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:
Mount Samson State School is seeking an enthusiastic and collaborative Head of Special Education to lead our inclusion team and support the delivery of high-quality inclusive education across the school.
Mount Samson State School is a warm and welcoming learning community with a strong sense of belonging. Surrounded by picturesque country views, our school offers a peaceful and inspiring environment where students feel connected to both nature and each other.
Our team values collaboration, respect and genuine care for students and families, creating a supportive workplace where staff work together to ensure every student is valued and able to thrive.
Step into Your Next Chapter:
In this role, you will lead case management processes, coordinate responsive adjustments, and work closely with class teachers, teacher aides, families and the leadership team to ensure students with diverse learning needs are supported to access and succeed in their education. You will also play an important role in building staff capability and embedding inclusive practices across the school.
Responsibilities include:
- Manage and coordinate the delivery of high-quality advice and support provided by the Special Education Program and/or Early Childhood Development Program.
- Lead and manage the Special Education Program and/or Early Childhood Development Program to provide advice to classroom teachers for students with disability as needed.
- Provide high quality advice to the school leadership team, classroom teachers and other school staff to develop, plan and implement effective reasonable adjustments for students with disability.
- Coordinate and provide intensive targeted teaching for students requiring intervention.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
The Perfect Fit:
The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of inclusive education practices, excellent communication and collaboration skills, and experience supporting students with diverse needs. Leadership experience or experience coordinating inclusion programs will be highly regarded.
Submit Your Application:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page response to the How you will be assessed section of the attached role description.
- Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in 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.