Head Of Special Education Services (H02) - Mareeba State School - Special Education Program

A vacancy exists within the Special Education Program at Mareeba State School, leading staff to develop, implement and assess effective curriculum programs and pedagogy to support improved outcomes for all students.

About The Department Of Education

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. 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 Mareeba State School

Mareeba State School maintains a clear focus on the Literacy and Numeracy capabilities of students through a commitment to ******** teaching and rigorous monitoring of student achievement. Our school offers well developed systems to support and extend student achievement both in and outside of the classroom.

Whilst students are taught to respect diversity through the school-wide positive behaviour system, they are also challenged to think critically and creatively. The school offers an extensive list of lunchtime activities including Art and chess Clubs, Opti-Minds and organised sport. In addition, students have access to significant after-school sporting opportunities and before-school homework and reading Learning Cafes. A music program and an excellent Instrumental Music Program also provide opportunities for students to showcase their talents.

About The Role

The role will be responsible for leading capability development of all staff in school-wide inclusive practices.
A strong curriculum knowledge to support staff understanding, developing and implementing approved adjustments to cater for individual needs
Deep understanding of innovative and inclusive classroom practices to support a co-teaching model of delivery
Understanding and effective use of Inclusive Practices policies and requirements to meet departmental standards of practice

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

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 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.

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).

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Occupational group Education & Training