Head Of Department - Student Services - Kenmore State High School , Education

Kenmore State High School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Head of Department - Student Services to join their executive leadership team. There are 6 Head of Department positions at Kenmore State High School, one for each Year level. This Head of Department - Student Services position will have a focus on Year 7 and involves working closely with students, parents and teachers to support students into and through their first year of secondary schooling. This is a temporary full-time position until 13 December 2024, unless otherwise determined.
Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification Stream 2 /HO1
Workplace Location Brisbane - North
Job ad reference QLD/MNR545225/24T
Closing date 29-Feb-2024
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration Until 13 December 2024 unless otherwise determined
Contact person Karla Pope
Contact details 33271555
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About Us:
Kenmore State High School is a highly regarded school in the western suburbs of Brisbane. Founded in 1972, the school has grown to an enrolment of 2000 in 2024. The school is located in a very attractive setting on the delightful Moggill Creek. The local community is very supportive of our school and encourages its young people to pursue education as a priority.
Our vision is for our young people to be influential locally and prepared to transform the world. We want our school to make a difference for each and every student, now and in the future. Our motto is Education for Life.
About the Role:
Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Lead initiatives that enhance the Engagement, Belonging, Wellbeing and Behaviour Support of every student in your Year Level.
• Work with the Student Support Services Team to provide support and intervention with students who are experiencing significant barriers in accessing their learning through academic, behaviour and/or social emotional engagement concerns.
• Implement Year Level Events in partnership with the Shadow Heads of Year for whole cohort activities to develop a sense of year-level identity and belonging (e.g. Year level assemblies, meaning projects and celebrations).
• Promote positive education (PERMAH) to embed practices that support every student to flourish in their education.
• Uphold the school values and expectations through your strong/excellent leadership skills.
• Liaise with parents, teachers and support staff of Year 7 students to provide support and guidance for students when needed.

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-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.
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).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .
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.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
Role Description
Information Package for Applicants