An opportunity is available for a full-time Head of Special Education Services (HOSES) - Special Education Program at Biloela State High School until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.

As a key member of the school's leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in creating an inclusive learning environment where every student is supported to achieve their potential. Working collaboratively with staff, families and the wider school community, you will lead high-quality inclusive practices, strengthen educational outcomes for students with diverse learning needs, and foster positive relationships that enable students and educators to thrive.

If you are a passionate leader ready to make a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply.

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.

About the School

Biloela State High School has a proud tradition of educational excellence. We provide a broad range of opportunities for every student and have dedicated staff who go the extra mile to help our students achieve success.

Biloela is located 125 km west of Gladstone in the Banana Shire Region. Students come from eight primary schools in the area including two non-state schools.

The school is situated on a large site with two ovals, two basketball courts and a large covered area. A 13.5 ha farm is attached to the school and provides the area for Agriculture Science and Horticulture Programs.

The school has an extensive range of curriculum offerings, with growing flexibility for students in the senior phase of learning.

Your Opportunity

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage and coordinate the delivery of high-quality advice and support provided by the Special Education Program and/or Early Childhood Development Program.
• Lead and manage the Special Education Program and/or Early Childhood Development Program to provide advice to classroom teachers for students with disability as needed.
• Provide high quality advice to the school leadership team, classroom teachers and other school staff to develop, plan and implement effective reasonable adjustments for students with disability.
• Coordinate and provide intensive targeted teaching for students requiring intervention.
• Provide, support and/or coordinate case management for students who require extensive or substantial adjustments.
• Support classroom teachers and other school staff to access departmental or other external specialist services, professional development, and supports as needed.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history) 
• Attach a 2-page response to the How you may be assessed section of the attached role description; and
• 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.

• CQR697168_26T - Role Description (PDF, 272KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants