Lead inclusive education at Nanango State School as Head of Special Education Services (H02).

This role is based at Nanango State School, supporting the primary schools and P-9 school within the Kingaroy South Cluster.

As a key member of the leadership team, you will drive the school priority areas of educational achievement, belonging and engagement. You will lead the Student Services team to promote an inclusive culture and support high-quality teaching and reasonable adjustments for students with disability.

This temporary full-time opportunity is available until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

This is a temporary full-time position until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.

About the Department

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 Us

Nanango State School is an Early Childhood to Year 6 school in the South Burnett, where high-quality teaching, strong community partnerships and a commitment to lifelong learning help every student achieve their potential.

About the Role

As the Head of Special Education Services, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and manage the Special Education Program, providing high-quality advice and support to improve outcomes for students with disability.
• Support school leaders and teachers to plan and implement effective reasonable adjustments and inclusive practices.
• Coordinate targeted teaching, case management and access to specialist services for students requiring additional support.
• Build staff capability through professional learning, coaching and guidance.
• Lead school-wide processes for the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD) and contribute to whole-school improvement.
• Build strong partnerships with families, community organisations and government agencies, and manage program resources to achieve school priorities.

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

How to Apply

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should understand your relevant work history).
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the 'How you will be assessed' section of the Role Description.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory requirements outlined in the 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.

• Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  DSR697131_26T - Role Description (PDF, 364KB)
  Role Description