Toowoomba State High School is seeking a dynamic Head of Department Student Services to lead the ongoing improvement of the Educational Achievement and Wellbeing of our young people.

The role will require strong interpersonal skills and actively working with partners across the community to deliver on the outcomes identified in the Annual Improvement Plan.

A strong focus for the Toowoomba State High School community is the wellbeing and feeling of belonging of our young people and as Head of Department Student Services you would have an active role in this.

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and lead positive change, we encourage you to apply now.

Job details

About the Department 

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 the School 

Toowoomba State High School prides itself on providing the very best academic, vocational, cultural and sporting opportunities for our students. We have high expectations of ourselves and our students. Our staff take great pride in ensuring that the curricular and extracurricular aspects that are delivered are of a very high standard. Our staff are not only passionate and dynamic but also innovative in their approach to teaching and learning.

About the Role  

As Head of Department - Student Services, you will lead a dynamic team to deliver on the Strategies and Outcomes of the school's Strategic and Annual Implementation Plan. A large focus of the Strategic Plan is on the outcomes of belonging measured by Attendance, Behaviour Outcomes and Student School Opinion Survey Results. You will case manage a variety of year levels providing strategic decisions. 

Your Responsibilities 

As the Head of Department - Student Services, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:  

• Provide leadership and guidance for the implementation of innovative measures aimed at improving student learning outcomes and attendance in schools where a significant percentage of students may have a disadvantaged background, ensuring quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Where requested, prepare all data returns for the Principal.
• Provide management and engagement strategies including induction activities of new arrivals, and advise on specific academic, social and emotional needs of new arrivals.

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position. 

Interested? To Apply 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history). 
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the attached role description.
• Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements 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
  
  DSR669821_25T - Role Description (PDF, 326KB)
  Role Description