This is a temporary full-time opportunity to join a dynamic team of instructional leaders, with specific oversight of Loganlea State High School's Special Education Department, as our Head of Department (Special Needs) for a period of 12 months, unless otherwise determined.About The Department Of EducationThe Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity.
This starts with recruitment and selection.
The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary.
This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.About Loganlea State High SchoolLoganlea State High School offers a broad academic program and an exciting range of co-curricular and extra-curricular opportunities.We pride ourselves on an important difference - we are small and we care!Our vision is 'Making a difference for every student' and as a smaller school it is possible for 'everyone to know everyone'.
Our school community is close-knit, friendly and supportive of all its members - students, parents and staff.We value a strong sense of belonging and positive partnerships and this enhances the learning experiences of our students.About The RoleAs the Head of Department- Special Needs you will have responsibility for (but not limited to) the following:Lead the school's Special Education Department teachers, students and stakeholders to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.Support the behaviour and learning of all students through a seamless transition of student progression.Assist in leading and coordinating the maintenance, review and implementation of inclusive practices under the NCCD model of support.Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling especially in relation to students with disability.Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the Special Education Department to achieve goals.Assist in leading and coordinating the maintenance, review and implementation of curriculum frameworks, pedagogy, programs, assessment and reporting.Provide instructional leadership and staff training (particularly in the areas of QCIA and Individual Curriculum Plans, Flexible Arrangements and NCCD processes).Lead specialist programs and supports including Senior Student Tracking, Enrolments, Support Provisions, PLPs, Health Plans, Behaviour Plans, Additional funding applications, Student Transport Assistance program, and transition through all phases of learning.Demonstrate a high level of relational capacity.Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.How To ApplyPlease attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); andA 2-pg 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.When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.
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