An exciting opportunity exists for a full-time permanent Head of Department (Student Services) to join our leadership team at Logan City Special School.

In this pivotal role, you will lead the school's student support services, fostering an inclusive, safe and supportive learning environment where every student is empowered to achieve their full potential.

Job details

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. 

About Logan City Special School:

Welcome to the community of Logan City Special School.  At Logan City Special School we cater for students who require significant adaptations to access learning through a high level of individualised programming by specialist teachers.

Our school is located directly opposite the Logan City Council offices and the Logan Entertainment Centre. These are both significant landmarks within Logan City.

About the Role:

Working with secondary students on our Charles Ave campus.

Within this role you will be working with secondary students on our Charles Avenue Campus. You will also work collaboratively with the Principal, school leaders, staff, families and external agencies, you will provide strategic leadership across student wellbeing, engagement, behaviour and inclusion. You will oversee the coordination of student support programs, provide expert advice on complex case management, and lead initiatives that strengthen positive educational outcomes for all students.

This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact by building strong relationships, supporting staff, and driving a culture of care, inclusion and continuous improvement within the school community.

To see a full list of responsibilities, please review the attached Role Description.

Interested? To Apply:  

• 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; and
• 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
  
  SER695489_26P - Role Description (PDF, 272KB)
  Role Description