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.
About Gordonvale State High School:
Gordonvale State High School is located 23km south of Cairns at the base of the world's highest freestanding natural pyramid (922m) - Walshs Pyramid, (Bundadjarruga). Established at its present site in 1965, the school has developed a strong reputation for its provision of educational opportunities across academic, vocational, agricultural and sporting areas.
Gordonvale State High School's well respected reputation in the community is testimony to the positive community partnerships established. Our students actively support local charitable events and acknowledge and celebrate local and national commemorative occasions. Our participation in sporting events, public speaking and debating competitions and our ‘VIVID' cultural nights showcase our musical, theatrical, artistic and sporting talents to our community.
Our school motto, 'Strive to Excel' underpins everything students and staff do at Gordonvale State High School.
About the Role:
- Lead the implementation of inclusive education practices aligned to departmental policies and school priorities
- Contribute to the school's improvement agenda as an active member of the Leadership Team
- Build staff capability in differentiated teaching and inclusive pedagogies
- Oversee the development, implementation and monitoring of individualised student supports and plans
- Lead planning and case management for students with complex learning needs
- Lead and manage the Support team to deliver high-quality, targeted support
- Establish and maintain productive partnerships with parents, external agencies and community stakeholders
- Effectively manage human, financial and physical resources to achieve strategic outcomes
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history);
- Attach 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.