Senior Education Officer (EOSD) - Darling Downs South West Region

We are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Senior Education Officer (EOSD) in Darling Downs South West Region. This position will support schools to embed teaching approaches that build a language foundation for successful classroom learning for EAL/D learners through Multi- Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). In this role, you will collaborate with school staff to build capability and strengthen academic achievement through a lens of culture and inclusion.The successful candidate will be employed at the classification listed on the attached role description under EOSD provisions.About The Department Of EducationWorking for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us .Why this Role?As the Senior Education Officer, you will work collaboratively with school and regional staff to:Develop and operationalise strategic initiatives to support educational outcomes by providing specialist expertise and services to senior management on a range of strategies.Participate in a range of project teams to implement reform strategies by understanding and ensuring compliance with the legislation and policies that impact on initiatives.Responsibilities IncludeApplies specialist expertise related to supports for students from an EAL/D background to oversee and manage all aspects of implementing departmental initiatives and strategies, focusing on actions relating to project management and leadership of relevant programs.Understands the current educational environment and provides expert advice on processes and protocols for a coordinated implementation approach to a range of strategies to support EAL/D learners.Effectively liaise, consult and collaborate with relevant internal and external stakeholders to provide high quality advice within agreed state wide frameworks and regional processes.Demonstrates a high level commitment to professional development and the best practice approach to implement strategies that contribute to improvement.Employs high quality communication skills to build understanding of the practicalities of improvements to ensure uptake of whole school, targeted and intensive improvement strategies and initiatives.Provide current educational research, evidenced based practices and effective use of available technology to lead and support school teams with the aim of improving student outcomes.Design and implement effective options that are data informed and align to improvement initiatives with statewide implementation activities.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 written response to the competencies identified in the 'How you may be assessed' section of the role description. Describe how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements for the role of SEO EAL/D in DDSW Region.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.Occupational group Education & Training