Join our dynamic team at Lowood State High School and step into the exciting role of Head of Department, Student Services.

This is your chance to be a pivotal leader in our high-achieving school community. We're offering a full-time temporary position, commencing at the beginning of Semester 1 2026, unless otherwise determined, giving you the opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of education while working alongside a passionate and dedicated team.

Apply now to be a part of our vibrant academic community and help shape the next generation of leaders.

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.

Who We Are:

Lowood State High School is a large rural Queensland school educating students from Year 7 through to Year 12. The school was established in 1983 and is located 32 km north-west of Ipswich. Our students' primary school experiences range from one teacher schools to large primary schools.  A large percentage of our student population travel to school by bus.

Lowood State High School is committed to providing high quality education which encourages students to achieve to the best of their ability, 'Creating the Future'.

Our focus is on preparing students with 21st Century Skills, attributes and qualifications that allow them to progress successfully to the next phase of their life; university, an apprenticeship or traineeship, further training or employment.  We are determined to provide successful learning opportunities, in a manner that is consistent with recent research on effective adolescent learning.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

• Supporting students in a vertical structure (Years 7-12) - Locally known as ‘House Dean' role.
• Leading the Social and Emotional curriculum at Year Levels.
• Working within a team of House Deans.
• Case management of tier 2 and 2 students.
• 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.

Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities. 

Submit Your Application:

• Please attach a 3 page resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2-pg maximum written statement in response to 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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MSR661245_25T Role Description (PDF, 184KB)
  Role Description