An exciting opportunity exists for two passionate and strategic leaders to join the senior leadership team at Laidley State High School as Head of Department - Student Engagement.

You will oversee a sub-school cohort within Junior Phase (Years 7-9), leading initiatives that strengthen engagement, promote positive behaviour, and support the holistic development of students through a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework.

As Head of Department ¿ Student Engagement, you will demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to build effective relationships with students, staff and families, and a commitment to ensuring all students develop the personal capabilities necessary for future happiness and success.

Two temporary full-time roles are on offer from 21 January 2027 until 10 December 2027, unless otherwise determined.

Job details

About our School:

Laidley State High School is a mid-sized rural high school located in the growing Lockyer Valley.

Our committed and capable staff work hard to support the full range of students to succeed with their educational goals and their transition to post school employment and/or tertiary studies.

A school culture based on high standards, proactive and responsive support, positive school community partnerships and the celebration of success has resulted in our school enjoying the support of our school community.

Key Responsibilities include:

Strategic Leadership:

• Work under the direction of the Sub-School Deputy Principal, collaborating with the Executive Leadership Team and Case Management Team to align student services with curriculum and whole-school priorities.
• Implement Tier 1 and Tier 2 behaviour and support frameworks across the sub-school.
• Promote a culture of belonging and uphold the school's ASPIRE values and behaviour expectations.
• Contribute to school planning, reviews and data analysis to support continuous improvement.

Student Engagement:

• Oversee daily attendance and engagement processes, identifying students requiring early intervention.
• Implement proactive, data-informed strategies to improve student engagement, behaviour and belonging.
• Coordinate Tier 2 case management in collaboration with Deputy Principals, Guidance Officers, HOSES and other support staff.
• Foster an inclusive environment where students feel safe, supported and connected to the school community.

Parent and Community Partnerships:

• Communicate with parents and carers about sub-school activities, student progress and achievements.
•  Build partnerships with families, external agencies and community organisations to coordinate wraparound support for students.
• Promote parent and community engagement through information evenings, awards ceremonies and school events.

Data, Systems and Reporting:

• Use OneSchool data and case management records to identify trends, guide interventions and monitor student progress.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of student engagement, wellbeing and behaviour.
• Evaluate engagement and wellbeing data to assess the effectiveness of strategies and inform future planning.

Events and Student Leadership:

• Coordinate year-level assemblies and events that celebrate student achievement and promote a positive school culture.
• Organise guest speakers, programs and initiatives within the sub-school.
• Coordinate student leadership activities, camps and milestone celebrations.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Demonstrated leadership experience in promoting a positive, supportive and high-expectation culture that supports student engagement and achievement.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Proven ability to lead teams using relational, data-informed and evidence-based practices.
• Demonstrated capacity to develop and implement tiered interventions that improve student engagement, wellbeing and outcomes.

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

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 will be assessed' or 'Competencies' section of 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, 286KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MSR706091_26T Role Description (PDF, 273KB)
  Role Description