Head Of Special Education Services (H01) - Ormiston State School - Special Education Program

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Education (Organisation site)Metropolitan South Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division The Head of Department, Special Needs should demonstrate strong leadership in inclusive educational practices, fostering quality learning outcomes for all students, while building productive relationships that ensure access to the curriculum. Job details Position status: Fixed Term Temporary Position type: Full-time Occupational group: Education & Training Classification: Stream 2 /HO1 Workplace Location: Ormiston State School, Redland City Job ad reference: QLD/MSR621707/25T Closing date: 10-Mar-2025 Yearly salary: $141088 - $143582 Fortnightly salary: $5407.90 - $5503.50 Job duration: A period of 6 months, unless otherwise determined About the Role The successful applicant will have the leadership responsibilities of: Leading a dynamic and motivated Inclusion team. Collaborating with the Principal, DP, HOD C, and GOs as an active Leadership Team member. Overseeing RAR model, funding, inclusion budget, and timetabling. Managing inclusion agenda, NCCD coordination, and data collection. Maintaining Personalised Learning Records (PLRs) and OSS snapshots. Liaising with regional support staff, AVTs, and allied health professionals. Developing, reviewing, and helping implement Individual Health Management Plans and procedures. Participating in the school's curriculum team and Redland HOSES Network. Conducting enrolment interviews for students with disabilities (SWD). Supporting teachers in making reasonable adjustments and inclusive pedagogy. Facilitating and delivering professional development and training for staff. Coordinating case management and connecting staff to specialist support. Collaborating with the Principal/DPs to develop individualised behaviour plans and risk assessments for SWD. Managing data collection for NCCD students and supporting provisions on OneSchool. Assisting with transition planning (Year 6 to secondary schools, school camps). Leading parent communications and strengthening school partnerships. Coordinating pre-prep interviews and transition days. About You Must have skills and experience: Proven experience leading inclusive education teams. Ability to inspire, motivate, and manage a diverse team of professionals. In-depth understanding of inclusive education principles and the RAR model. Experience with NCCD processes, data collection, and funding applications. Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with school leadership, teachers, and external stakeholders. Ability to liaise with allied health professionals, regional support staff, and parents. A strong understanding of inclusive pedagogy and differentiated teaching strategies as part of V9 of the Australian Curriculum. Ability to support teachers with adjustments to meet diverse student needs. Strong critical-thinking skills for case management, behaviour plans, and risk assessments. Proactive approach to addressing student needs and supporting transitions. Clear, compassionate communication skills for parent engagement. Nice to have: Familiarity with Year 6-7 transitions, pre-prep interviews, and event coordination. Background in developing and reviewing Individual Health Management Plans. Experience mentoring staff in inclusive practices beyond formal training sessions. Understanding of neurodivergent learning profiles and trauma-informed practices. Confidence with data management tools and digital platforms for tracking student progress. 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 written statement in response to 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. We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. Documents Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below: KeywordPlease use * for wildcard searches. Search exact phraseCheck to search for the exact phrase. Uncheck to return jobs that contain any of the keywords. LocationHold down the control (Ctrl) button and use your computer mouse to select multiple options. Occupational groupHold down the control (Ctrl) button and use your computer mouse to select multiple options. #J-18808-Ljbffr