Head of Special Education Services (H01) – One Mile State School – Special Education Program
The Head of Special Education Services position, based at One Mile State School, offers a unique opportunity to lead and support a cluster of small schools in creating inclusive environments where every student can thrive. This impactful role focuses on educational leadership and building individual and collective capacity across schools to ensure students with a disability, as defined under the Disability Discrimination Act, can access, participate in, and succeed in their learning.
You will collaborate closely with school teams, families, and students to improve academic and social outcomes for students with a disability. Apply now to become a driving force for inclusive education and help shape a more equitable future for all learners.
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
One Mile State School is a vibrant and inclusive primary school located in Gympie, Queensland. With a strong focus on community, wellbeing, and academic excellence, the school provides a supportive and engaging learning environment for students from Prep to Year 6. One Mile is committed to fostering a culture of respect, resilience, and lifelong learning, where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
- 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.
- Provide, support and/or coordinate case management for students who require extensive or substantial adjustments.
Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.
Application Requirements
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history).
- Attach a 2-page written statement in response to 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.
Occupational group: Education & Training
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full time
Job function: Education and Training; Industries: Government Administration
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