Head of Department

We are currently seeking applications for a Head of Department - Student Services to join our school community. You will lead a dedicated team fostering an inclusive, supportive, and engaging school environment that promotes student success, personal growth, and resilience. This is a temporary full‑time position commencing 22 January 2026 until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined. If you are committed to making a lasting impact on student’s lives and thrive in a collaborative, values‑driven school community, we encourage you to apply. About Us Brisbane State High School has come to symbolise and exemplify the excellence of state school education. We are proud of the great number of past students who have contributed to their state and country through their achievements at the highest levels in public life, sport, business and the community. Our present students continue this tradition. We pride ourselves on providing a holistic education that enables and empowers young people to make a powerful difference in the world. As a learning community, we are committed to developing young people to achieve their potential intellectually, personally and socially. About The Role The 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. Responsibilities Lead Student Achievement: Set and uphold high standards for student performance by fostering a culture of excellence, growth mindset, and continuous improvement in learning outcomes. Promote Positive Learning Behaviours: Develop and lead initiatives that build effective learning behaviours, supporting students’ intellectual, personal, and social development. Use Data to Drive Improvement: Regularly access, analyse, and act on student data to inform targeted interventions, monitor progress, and enhance academic and social outcomes. Support Individual Student Growth: Coordinate and monitor individual learning plans through collaboration with key stakeholders, ensuring tailored support for each student. Engage and Collaborate with the Community: Maintain strong visibility and partnerships with students, parents, staff, and external agencies, recognising student achievements and contributing to ongoing professional growth and school culture. About You An 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. Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. How To Apply Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and A 2‑pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of 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. Occupational group Education & Training #J-18808-Ljbffr