We are seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative and visionary Head of Department - Student Services to provide strategic leadership and direction in supporting student wellbeing, engagement and success across the school. As Head of Department - Student Services, you will lead and coordinate student support initiatives, oversee wellbeing and behaviour support processes, and work collaboratively with students, families, staff and external agencies to promote a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment. The role requires a strong commitment to equity, inclusion and positive student outcomes, alongside the ability to lead a team, manage complex student needs, build effective partnerships and implement evidence-informed practices. This is a temporary full-time position commencing 21 January 2027 until 25 June 2027, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

About Us

Woodridge State High  School celebrates a strong sense of community and is reflective of the multicultural Logan region. We are especially proud of the ways in which we celebrate richness and diversity in student backgrounds. Woodridge State High School now educates approximately 1400 students from over 60 cultural backgrounds.

Our school is at the forefront of community leadership, addressing the needs of our diverse community through advocacy, educational, professional and social networks and services. As a school, we value the education of students to make informed choices about themselves, their future, and the world around them.

It is the vision of Woodridge State High School to provide a thriving, agile teaching and learning environment, leading our community to be empowered, connected and futures focused - Empowered, Resilient... World Changing!

About the Role

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Provide strategic leadership in developing and implementing innovative initiatives to improve student learning outcomes, achievement, engagement and attendance, with a strong focus on equity and supporting students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Oversee student monitoring, data collection and reporting, identifying individual academic, social, emotional and behavioural needs, and implementing targeted intervention and support strategies where required.
• Lead the induction, transition and integration of new students and their families, ensuring appropriate academic, social and emotional support through collaboration with internal and external support agencies.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with parents, staff, school leadership teams, higher education providers, community organisations and external agencies to enhance student engagement, attendance and achievement.
• Promote inclusive and socially just practices through effective leadership, resource management and compliance with relevant legislation and departmental policies, while equipping staff with strategies and tools to improve student outcomes.

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

How to apply

• Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history); and
• A 2-page written statement in response to 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.

• SER706531_26T - Role Description (PDF, 273KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants