Head of Department – Student Services – Wavell State High School (0.3 FTE)

Head of Department – Student Services – Wavell State High School (0.3 FTE)

Education (Organisation site)
Metropolitan North Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division

The Head of Department, Student Services role requires a commitment to enacting our values of integrity, inclusion & innovation and necessitates collaboration between fellow Guidance Officers, Student Support Services, Heads of Department & Deputy Principals.
This role is pivotal in creating an environment that promotes student engagement, well-being & leading a team of teachers to support students to become confident, creative & accomplished learners.
This position is offered on a temporary part-time basis at 0.30 FTE and 15 hours per fortnight, until 12 December 2025, unless otherwise determined. Negotiations are welcomed to add an additional incumbency at 0.7 FTE with teaching to make this a 1.0 FTE workload.

Job details

Position status: Fixed Term Temporary

Position type: Part-time

Occupational group: Education & Training

Classification: Stream 2 /HO1

Workplace Location: Brisbane

Job ad reference: QLD/MNR620251/25T

Closing date: 27-Feb-2025

Yearly salary: $141088 – $143582

Fortnightly salary: $5407.90 – $5503.50

Job duration: Until 12 Dec 2025 unless otherwise determined

The 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.

About Wavell State High School

Wavell State High School is a highly regarded school in the northern suburbs of Brisbane where challenge and choice create opportunities for all. Our school enjoys a reputation for excellence in scholarship, in which learning is challenging and rewarding. Our school embodies a culture of high expectations, with a dedicated staff and an innovative curriculum, where students become confident, creative and accomplished learners.

About the Role

The Head of Department, Student Services in many instances is the initial point of contact for a range of inquiries made by parents, staff & students and makes informed decisions based on a good knowledge of school policies and procedures.

The Head of Department, Student Services leads through:

Empowerment:

• High Performing teams of Form teachers who in turn lead class teachers to support the academic, social-emotional and wellbeing of the Year Level cohort.
• Liaising with students, parents, and caregivers as required (in consultation with school support services).
• Promoting capability and learning opportunities for all in our school community.

Inclusion:

• Creating a culture of high expectations and promoting a positive learning culture in which all people contribute and are accountable.
• Enabling through capability, student leadership opportunities with a lived and enacted understanding of service and legacy.

Integrity:

• Designing a culture of respect through clear communication of school expectations and enlisting parent, caregiver support.
• Prioritising and managing responsibilities relating to student wellbeing, attendance, engagement, and behaviour in collaboration with the Heads of Department Team, Student Support Services and Deputy Principal.

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

How to Apply

• Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• 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.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).

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 candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

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