Join the dedicated team at Toolooa State High School as Head of Department - Wellbeing and play a key role in shaping a safe, supportive, and inclusive school environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively to design and deliver proactive, early intervention strategies that build resilience, support emotional wellbeing, and respond to the diverse needs of our students.

Apply now to help make a lasting difference in the lives of our students.

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:

Toolooa State High School is a co-educational secondary school in South Gladstone, committed to the values of Equity and Excellence - Shaping the Future. The school offers a diverse curriculum including academic, vocational, and creative subjects, alongside strong wellbeing and extra-curricular programs. With a focus on student success, Toolooa supports every learner to thrive and confidently transition into life beyond school.

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 senior management.
• Monitor students' individual performance and behaviour and develop and implement intervention strategies where necessary.
• Communicate and work with parents, higher education institutes and State Schools Division to improve learning outcomes, student achievements and attendance.

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 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.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CQR661992_25T Role Description (PDF, 325KB)
  Role Description