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Head of Department - Student Engagement - Ipswich North State School
Metropolitan South Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Ipswich North State School is seeking a Head of Department - Student Engagement to join the team!
Join a vibrant, close-knit team passionate about improving outcomes for our students.
Be part of a group that makes a meaningful impact every day.
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/MSR688133/26T |
| Closing date | 21-May-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 11 Dec 2026 unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Dione Robinson |
| Contact details | 07 3813 5888 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:
We are a small, complex school with a great sense of community and collegiality.
Step Into Your Next Chapter:
The Head of Department - Student Engagement will be an integral member of the Leadership Team supporting Students in Year 3-6 to ensure that a culture of learning is optimised within our learning community.
As the Head of Department - Student Engagement, you will:
- Support the Yr 3-6 teaching team (5 teachers), Inclusion Team and Allied Health Team to support students in Yr 3-6 to engage with learning
- Monitor students' individual performance and behaviour and develop and implement intervention strategies where necessary
- Develop and support high quality teaching and adjustments for students with disability in accordance to related legislation and policies
- Build positive relationships with parents, staff and community members to support student learning and inclusion
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 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
- Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role
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
MSR688133_26T Role Description (PDF, 253KB)
Role Description
