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Head of Special Education Services (H01) - Ripley Valley State School (Two Positions)
Metropolitan South Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Two vacancies are available for Head of Special Education Services (HOSES) across Junior and Senior schooling.
You will focus on leading inclusive education practices, supporting students with diverse needs, and guiding staff to deliver high-quality, differentiated programs.
Apply now to lead meaningful change and make a lasting impact for students with diverse learning needs.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 2 /HO1 |
| Workplace Location | Ipswich region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/MSR686479/26T |
| Closing date | 07-May-2026 |
| Job duration | A period of 6 months unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Naomi Meerwald |
| Contact details | 07 3294 2888 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.
Who We Are:
Ripley Valley has three strong and vibrant histories; Indigenous, Farming and Mining. Each of these has been represented in the school uniform. and logo.
Our Logo shows how an individual's actions can have a large impact creating a ripple effect. The ripple effect can be seen across the front and back of the school uniform. and symbolises the school's hopes to have a strong and positive impact on the future of our students.
The School Motto - Empowering Future Excellence reminds us to engage students as advocates for their own learning. The school will empower them to aim and achieve excellence now and into the future.
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.
- Coordinate and provide intensive targeted teaching for students requiring intervention.
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 response to the How you may 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, 232KB)
Information Package for Applicants
MSR686479_26T Role Description (PDF, 254KB)
Role Description
