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Head of Special Education Services (HO2) - Mackay North State High School
Central Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Make a lasting impact through inclusive educational leadership at Mackay North State High School. Lead the delivery of quality support for students with disability, strengthen teaching practices and work collaboratively with staff, families and the wider school community to improve learning outcomes for every student.
Apply now to bring your leadership, expertise and commitment to inclusive education to Mackay North State High School.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 2 /HO2 |
| Workplace Location | Mackay region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CQR704731/26T |
| Closing date | 04-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 25 June 2027 unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Michelle Pole |
| Contact details | 07 4963 1666 Access the National Relay Service |
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 us:
Mackay North State High School is a high-performing, co-educational school in North Mackay, catering for students from Years 7 to 12.
The school is committed to providing quality teaching and diverse learning opportunities, supporting students to achieve their academic, personal and social goals. With a strong focus on respect, resilience and confidence, the school offers a broad range of academic, vocational, sporting, cultural and creative programs, including a highly regarded music excellence program. Mackay North fosters a supportive school community where every student is encouraged to strive for their best.
Your opportunity:
- Coordinate the delivery of high-quality advice and support through the Special Education Program (SEP) and/or Early Childhood Development Program (ECDP), including guidance for classroom teachers supporting students with disability.
- Advise school leaders, teachers and staff on planning and implementing effective reasonable adjustments, and coordinate intensive, targeted teaching for students requiring intervention.
- Coordinate and support case management for students requiring substantial or extensive adjustments, and facilitate access to departmental and external specialist services, professional development and other supports.
- Contribute to school decision-making, professional development, planning and goal setting, while coordinating school-wide systems and data collection to monitor students with disability and meet Nationally Consistent Collection of Data requirements.
- Build and maintain partnerships with parents, government agencies and community groups, and manage human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources to achieve program goals.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
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-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.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
Information Package for Applicants
CQR704731_26T Role Description (PDF, 273KB)
Role Description
