Norfolk Island Central School is seeking an experienced and dedicated Head of Special Education Services to lead inclusive education practices and support improved learning outcomes for students with diverse needs.

This role works closely with staff, families and support services to deliver high-quality educational programs and foster a positive, inclusive school environment.

Apply now to make a meaningful difference in student learning and wellbeing.

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:

Norfolk Island Central School is the only school on Norfolk Island and as such has a very strong connection with the local community. 

The uniqueness of the Norfolk Island community with its Polynesian and Bounty history is reflected through the school. 

Traditions are honoured and we promote and preserve our culture for future generations.

Our school motto is “Play the Game", with the following core values underpinning the way we operate: Respect, Responsibility, Honesty and Resilience.

Our school recognises that for all students to succeed, our community, parents and school need to work in collaboration to achieve quality learning outcomes.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

• 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.

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 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.

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, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  DSR688187_26T Role Description (PDF, 254KB)
  Role Description