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Head of Department - Student Services - Kingston State College
South East Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Kingston State College is seeking a dedicated leader to drive student success across Years 11-12, with a strong focus on improving outcomes for First Nations students through inclusive and culturally responsive practices.
Apply now to lead meaningful change and support senior student achievement.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 2 /HO1 |
| Workplace Location | Logan - Beaudesert |
| Job ad reference | QLD/SER685156/26T |
| Closing date | 26-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 11 Dec 2026 unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Jarred Mitchell |
| Contact details | 07 3286 1333 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:
The school services students in the residential suburbs of Kingston, Marsden, Browns Plains, Loganlea, Waterford and Woodridge.
Kingston State College is a multi-pathway campus that seeks to ensure that all students have the opportunity to reach their life potential.
The College Community is committed to the promotion of values such as respect, personal accountability and taking pride in achievement.
Step Into Your Next Chapter:
- Provide leadership and guidance for the implementation of innovative measures aimed at improving student learning outcomes and attendance in schools where a significant percentage of students may have a disadvantaged background, ensuring quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Where requested, prepare all data returns for the Principal.
- Provide management and engagement strategies including induction activities of new arrivals, and advise on specific academic, social and emotional needs of new arrivals.
- Monitor students' individual performance and behaviour and develop and implement intervention strategies where necessary.
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 will 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
SER685156_26T Role Description (PDF, 254KB)
Role Description
