Parramatta State School is inviting applications for the position of Head of Special Education Services (HO1).

In this role, you will promote an inclusive culture and practices within the school community to ensure equity and excellence for students with disability, and develop and support high-quality teaching and adjustments in line with relevant legislation and policies.

The duration of this vacancy is 6 months, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

About the Department 

The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.  

About the School 

Parramatta State School, located in central Cairns, is a diverse and inclusive Prep to Year 6 school committed to high expectations and success for all students. We deliver the Australian Curriculum with a strong focus on cultural inclusion, Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL), and community engagement. Our Early Childhood Development Program supports young children with disabilities across the Cairns region.

Your Opportunity 

As the Head of Special Education Services, you will: 

• Promote an inclusive culture and practices within the school community to ensure equity and excellence for students with disability.
• Develop and support a high quality of teaching and adjustments for students with disability in accordance to related legislation and policies.

The Head of Special Education reports to the Principal. 

Desirable Skills
The following skills are desirable but not mandatory:

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of early childhood organisations and their role in supporting students with special needs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across various teams.
• Proven ability to build staff capacity and lead professional learning initiatives.
• Commitment to working closely with families and regional education staff to create a holistic support network.

Your Responsibilities 

As the Head of Special Education Services , your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:  

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Special Education Services within the school.
• Collaborate effectively with school staff, regional teams, and external early childhood organisations to ensure best practices in special education.
• Build the capability of school staff through mentoring, professional development, and coaching.
• Foster strong, supportive relationships with families of students with disabilities, ensuring their engagement and involvement in the educational journey.
• Promote a culture of inclusion and support that empowers all students to achieve their full potential.

Please refer to the attached role description for any 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 (1-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.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

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 candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

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

• FNR642974_25T - Role Description (PDF, 243KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants