Marsden State High School is seeking expressions of interest for the position of Head of Department – Student Support.

As the Head of Department, you will lead the curriculum focus in alignment with school and departmental initiatives, participate in delivering the vision of the Early Childhood and State Schools Division, develop the quality of teaching and learning, and nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, and stakeholders.

This position is for a period of 6 months, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

This is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months. 

About the Department 

The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.  

About the School 

Marsden State High School is one of Queensland's largest secondary schools, with a strong sense of community and a commitment to individual student support. We offer a broad and comprehensive curriculum that promotes excellence in academics, sport, the arts, and vocational education. Students benefit from diverse opportunities and a supportive environment that encourages engagement, achievement, and personal growth.

Your Opportunity 

As the Head of Department - Student Support, you will: 

• Lead curriculum focus in line with school and departmental initiatives
• Participate in delivering the vision of Early Childhood and State Schools Division
• Develop the quality of teaching and learning
• Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.

The Head of Department is accountable to and under the direction of the Principal or delegate.

Desirables

Desirable skills we are looking for are:

• Strong communication skills to effectively lead diverse teams and engage with students, staff, and families
• Proven experience in leading teams and using data to inform targeted interventions and support strategies that improve student wellbeing and outcomes
• Ability to work collaboratively within a school context to support whole-school priorities
• Experience with Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) frameworks is highly desirable to support a consistent, evidence-based approach to behaviour and culture across the school

Your Responsibilities 

As the Head of Department - Student Support, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:  

• Lead the Tier 2 support services team, including Youth Support Coordinators and Māori and Pacific Islander Liaison Officers, to deliver targeted interventions and case management for students requiring additional support
• Provide whole-school leadership of the Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) framework, ensuring a consistent and proactive approach to student behaviour and wellbeing
• Drive a strong and inclusive house culture that promotes student engagement, a sense of belonging, and school pride across all year levels 

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

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) addressing the How you will be Assessed section of the attached role description.
• Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

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 candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

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

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SER642767_25E - Role Description (PDF, 240KB)
  Role Description