Bellmere State School is seeking an experienced and passionate educational leader to join our school as Head of Special Education Services. The successful applicant provide strategic leadership for the school’s special education programs, build the capability of teachers through coaching and evidence-based practices, coordinate targeted interventions and case management, and ensure compliance with legislative and departmental requirements. As Head of Special Education Services you will champion inclusive education, foster a culture of high expectations, and drive continuous improvement to achieve positive outcomes for every learner.

Job details

About Us:

Bellmere State School is committed to providing a disciplined, high performing and enjoyable learning environment for students and staff. We aim to create the leaders of the future and provide students with opportunities to engage in quality learning experiences and acquire values supportive of their lifelong wellbeing.

The ethos or climate within a school is a major factor in establishing and maintaining a high standard of behaviour and discipline. A positive ethos is based upon the quality of relationships between staff, staff and students and staff and the community. This positive ethos permeates all the school's activities and helps form a strong sense of social cohesion.

At Bellmere State School we are committed to being 'A Community of Learners' through a focus on 'Delivering high quality futures for engaged learners and leaders'. Our motto is 'Hand in hand we learn' and with a strong commitment to our five core values, we know that every student can achieve this goal.

About the Role:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Lead and coordinate inclusive education programs by providing strategic leadership for the Special Education Program and/or Early Childhood Development Program to improve outcomes for students with disability.
• Build staff capability by delivering high-quality advice, coaching, and support to school leaders and teachers in implementing evidence-based practices, reasonable adjustments, and targeted interventions.
• Coordinate student support and case management by overseeing intensive interventions, managing support for students requiring extensive or substantial adjustments, and facilitating access to specialist services.
• Drive continuous improvement by leading school-wide systems, monitoring student progress, managing disability data and reporting requirements, and contributing to whole-school planning and decision-making.
• Manage partnerships and resources by collaborating with families, government agencies, and community organisations while effectively managing human, financial, curriculum, and physical resources to achieve inclusive education goals.

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 response to the How you will be assessed section of 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.

• MNR693814_26T - Role Description (PDF, 272KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 287KB)
  Information Package for Applicants