Laidley State High School is seeking an experienced and committed educational leader to join our Leadership Team as Head of Special Education Services (HOSES).

In this permanent role, you will lead inclusive education practices across the school, driving a shared understanding of inclusion and improved outcomes in student learning, engagement and wellbeing.

You will provide strong relational and instructional leadership to the Special Education team, supporting staff to plan, implement and document high-quality differentiated teaching practices, with a focus on students requiring substantial and extensive adjustments.

You will be responsible for implementing key accountability processes including ICPs and NCCD.

Job details

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.

About the School

Laidley State High School is a mid-sized rural school in the growing Lockyer Valley.

We pride ourselves on high expectations, strong community partnerships and a commitment to supporting every student to succeed and transition successfully to further education, training or employment.

About the Role

As the Head of Special Education Services (HOSES), you will be a key member of the School Leadership Team, leading inclusive education practices across the school. You will drive improved student outcomes in learning, engagement and wellbeing, particularly for students requiring substantial and extensive adjustments.

You will provide strong relational and instructional leadership to the Special Education team, while also influencing inclusive curriculum planning and pedagogical practices across all faculties.

Key Responsibilities

The Head of Special Education Services will:

• Lead the implementation of inclusive education practices aligned to departmental policies and school priorities
• Contribute to the school's improvement agenda as an active member of the Leadership Team
• Build staff capability in differentiated teaching and inclusive pedagogies
• Oversee the development, implementation and monitoring of individualised student supports and plans
• Lead and manage the Special Education team to deliver high-quality, targeted support
• Establish and maintain productive partnerships with parents, external agencies and community stakeholders
• Effectively manage human, financial and physical resources to achieve strategic outcomes

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

How to Apply

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should understand your relevant work history).
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the Role Description.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory requirements outlined in the 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
  
  MSR690578_26P - Role Description (PDF, 362KB)
  Role Description