An exciting leadership opportunity awaits! We are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and people-focused professional to lead the Wellbeing Workforce across the Metropolitan South Region.

In this role, you will lead and manage project teams to develop and implement strategies and initiatives that support school improvement activities and services. You will also exhibit and foster a strong commitment to developing performance, capability and capacity within the department through best-practice, evidence-based approaches to teaching, learning and school improvement.

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now.

Job details

The successful candidate will be employed at the classification listed on the attached role description under EOSD provisions. 

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.  

Your Responsibilities 

As the Principal Education Officer (EOSD), you will play a key role in enhancing student wellbeing by:

• Leading and managing a multidisciplinary team of wellbeing professionals, including psychologists, social workers, guidance officers (wellbeing), and youth workers who support students with mild to moderate mental health concerns.
• Partnering with Principals to develop and implement effective wellbeing strategies and school improvement initiatives that drive positive outcomes for students.
• Fostering a culture of excellence, capability building, and evidence-based practice across the region, aligned with the Department's commitment to high-impact teaching, learning, and wellbeing support.
• This is your chance to shape the future of student wellbeing through innovation, collaboration, and strategic leadership.

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. 

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.

• EOSD factsheet (PDF, 214KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MSR677624_26T - Role Description (PDF, 305KB)
  Role Description