The South East Region is seeking an experienced and innovative educational leader to join the team as Principal Advisor, Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL).

This is an exciting opportunity to influence and strengthen student learning, wellbeing and behaviour outcomes across one of Queensland's largest and most diverse regions.

The successful applicant will work collaboratively with regional and school leaders to provide strategic advice, professional learning, coaching and implementation support to schools across all phases of Positive Behaviour for Learning implementation.

Job details

About the Department of Education:

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About the Roler:

We are seeking an individual with a deep understanding of PBL, and evidence-based frameworks that support safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments for all students.

The role requires someone who can think strategically, analyse and use data to inform decision making, and translate research into practical and sustainable school improvement practices.

The successful applicant will have demonstrated expertise in developing school capability in areas such as multi-tiered systems of support, data-based decision making, differentiated supports and evidence-based behaviour practices.

They will be skilled in building strong relationships and partnerships, influencing change, and supporting schools to implement PBL with fidelity and impact.

This role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to regional priorities, shape strategic thinking and support schools to create positive and inclusive learning environments where every student can thrive. 

We are particularly interested in applicants who are curious, innovative and solutions-focused, and who are passionate about translating evidence into practice to achieve meaningful and sustainable outcomes for students, staff and school communities.

Responsibilities include:

• Demonstrating proven leadership of Positive Behaviour for Learning at the school level.
• Provide high level advice and support to regional and school leaders, and shape strategic thinking to promote and support establishment of multi-tiered systems of support for student learning, wellbeing and behaviour.
• Collaborate with regional and school teams to align and achieve outcomes of State Schools Strategic Plan.
• Support schools to meet the baseline standards for PBL annual verification.

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)
• Applicants are required to provide a written response addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 only. Please ensure your written response clearly demonstrates your capability and experience to these capabilities. Key Capability 5 will be assessed through the interview and selection process and does not require a written response as part of the application.
• 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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  SER694862_26T Role Description (PDF, 272KB)
  Role Description