Head of Department - Student Services - Brisbane State High School

Brisbane State High School is a leader in public education, known for excellence across academics, sport, and community contribution. We are seeking dynamic educators for Head of Department - Student Services roles (known within the school as Head of Year), starting Term 4. These positions are key to supporting student wellbeing, engagement, and growth. Join a high-performing team committed to developing young people to reach their full potential. About The SchoolBrisbane State High School exemplifies excellence in public education through a diverse, inclusive and high-performing learning environment.

Since 1921, the school has empowered students to succeed in academics, sport, culture, international engagement and community leadership. With high expectations and personalised support, students consistently achieve exceptional results. Dedicated staff inspire a culture of curiosity, growth and lifelong learning. Guided by the core values of learning, excellence, respect and public education, the school believes in opportunity for all. Strong partnerships with families and the wider community help Brisbane State High School deliver a world-class education for every student.

About The RoleThe Head of Department - Student Services will be responsible for working with the Executive Principal and the Leadership and Management Team to implement the school's ongoing improvement agenda. The successful applicant will contribute significantly to a high-expectations school culture that is focused on continuous improvement to maximise each student's performance and potential. This will be achieved by proactively supporting the growth of students within your cohort, through tracking and connecting their academic and social outcomes to provide a holistic view of each student.

You will play a key role as part of the school's leadership team by delivering targeted and timely interventions to maximise each student's learning. You will also develop and maintain positive working relationships with students, parents, and staff to personalise education for individual students within a large and complex school community. About YouThis role is perfect for someone who is: Energetic and strengths-focused individual who has the ability to lead both strategically and operationally towards shared goals. Has a solid understanding of current educational research, be committed to continual learning, demonstrate initiative, be futures oriented and strategic.

Your ResponsibilitiesAs the Head of Department - Student Services, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Setting and maintaining high standards for student performance by leading your cohort to uphold the spirit of State High with a specific focus on improving learning outcomes and fostering a growth mindset. Leading a culture of developing effective learning behaviours that enable each student to develop intellectually, personally and socially. Accessing, tracking, connecting and analysing student data on a weekly/term/semester basis to target improvements in academic and social outcomes.

Initiating and monitoring individual student learning plans by connecting and engaging key stakeholders in the student's life as required. Maintaining a high visibility and presence within the school community. Identifying and regularly acknowledging, the progress, efforts, achievements of students in your cohort. Actively participating in learning and ongoing professional development that enable you to improve both as a leader and a classroom teacher. Maintain and develop productive and positive partnerships with parents, all staff, other government agencies and community groups to maximise each student's performance and potential.

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position. Interested? To ApplyAttach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history). Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description "How you will be assessed" section. Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements 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. The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.   Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. Occupational group Education & Training