Blackwater State School is seeking a dedicated educator for the Cluster Head of Special Education (HOS) position, providing DDA and NCCD administration support across three outlying schools:

Bluff State School, Dingo State School, and Duaringa State School.

Teacher accommodation is available, making this an ideal opportunity for those looking to lead and support inclusive education across a vibrant regional community.

If you’re ready to make a real difference for students and schools in the region, apply now and join our supportive, dynamic team!

Job details

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:

At Blackwater State School, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture grounded in the core values of respect, responsibility, effort, and safety. These values guide our interactions and shape the positive, supportive learning environment we aim to provide.

We are dedicated to offering a well-rounded education that addresses not only academic growth but also the social and emotional development of each student.

Our experienced and passionate staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional teaching and learning opportunities, while also offering a wide range of extracurricular activities designed to foster creativity, teamwork, and personal development.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

• Manage and coordinate the delivery of high-quality advice and support provided by the Special Education Program
• Lead and manage the Special Education 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.

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.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CQR681426_26P Role Description (PDF, 205KB)
  Role Description