The Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) is seeking a Principal Education Officer to join the Access Arrangements and Reasonable Adjustments (AARA) Unit . The Access Arrangements and Reasonable Adjustments (AARA) Unit is responsible for the development of complex and sensitive processes and systems required by QCAA to successfully administer AARA for students undertaking senior assessment in Queensland schools. The Principal Education Officer is responsible for reviewing specific AARA approaches in the context of schools and sectors of Queensland.

Job details

What you will do

 In the Principal Education Officer role, you will:

• Lead internal processes required to manage QCE and NAPLAN AARA applications, decisions, and appeals, and create consolidated documentation to support the consistent application of AARA processes.
• Act as a point of contact for AARA enquiries and work in liaison with government and non-government educational agencies, parents and parent groups, medical representatives, schools, disability advocates and other stakeholders on assigned projects.
• Lead project teams, applying school experience, to develop professional resources responsive to the needs of Queensland teachers in accordance with current data and QCAA initiatives.
• Develop and deliver professional development to schools, as part of a team, including face to face training, information sessions and webinars.
• Provide expert advice to Managers and Directors within the division on issues related to
• Lead the development of strategies to enhance the knowledge and understanding of AARA processes by QCAA staff, and to develop a greater organisational capacity to respond to enquiries and requirements.
• Prepare briefings, submissions, policy documents and correspondence as required, and provide regular advice and updates to the manager.

 What we are looking for

The QCAA is committed to selecting the person best suited to the role and to furthering equity and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from all gender groups, Aboriginal people, Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with all abilities.

The ideal candidate for this role:

• Thinks critically and acts on the broader purpose of the system (leads strategically)
• Gathers insights and embraces new ideas and innovation to inform future practice (stimulates ideas and innovation)
• Embraces change and leads with focus and optimism in an environment of complexity and ambiguity (leads change in complex environments)
• Demonstrates accountability for the execution and quality of results through professionalism, persistence and transparency (drives accountability and outcomes)
• Maintains a high standard of practice through governance and risk management (demonstrates sound governance)You will excel in stakeholder engagement, provide authoritative advice, and drive continuous improvement through effective policy, resource, and performance management.

How to apply

Please read the information in the attached role description and the Information for Applicants document. Your application should include:

• a letter or statement (up to 2 pages maximum) that addresses the points outlined in the 'What we are looking for' section
• your résumé (up to 3 pages) that details your qualifications and experience, and the names of two work-related referees, one of which should be your immediate supervisor.

Documents must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format and use at least 11-point font size.

Apply online at www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au.

If you have technical difficulties or to discuss reasonable adjustment options, please email peopleandculture@qcaa.qld.edu.au.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

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

• AO7 Principal Education Officer AARA_July 2026 (PDF, 179KB)
  Role Description
  
  QCAA Information for applicants (PDF, 205KB)
  Application Kit