Hervey Bay Positive Learning Centre is seeking a Head of Department - Student Services for this dynamic and strategic leadership role. In this role you will be responsible for leading the centres student wellbeing, inclusion, engagement and support services. The ideal candidate will be an experienced educational leader with outstanding interpersonal skills, a commitment to equity and excellence, and the ability to build strong partnerships that deliver improved outcomes form students. Hervey Bay Positive Learning Centre is located within the grounds of Yarrilee State School.
Job details
Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
Position type: Full time
Occupational group: Education & Training
Classification: Stream 2 /HO1
Workplace Location: Wide Bay
Job ad reference: QLD/NCR*********T
Closing date: 12-Aug-****
Yearly salary: $****** - $******
Fortnightly salary: $******* - $*******
Job duration: Until 11 December **** unless otherwise determined
Contact person: Matthew BULGER
Contact details: ************
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About the Department of Education:
Working 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.
About the Role:
Lead strategic initiatives to improve student outcomes
by implementing innovative, evidence-based strategies that enhance student achievement, attendance, engagement, and equitable learning opportunities, particularly for students from disadvantaged backgrounds.




Strengthen student support and intervention
by monitoring student performance, attendance, and wellbeing, coordinating targeted interventions, and supporting the successful transition and integration of new arrivals through academic, social, and emotional support.
Build collaborative partnerships
by working with parents, school leaders, teachers, higher education providers, community organisations, businesses, and external agencies to improve student engagement, achievement, and attendance.
Support school leadership and operational effectiveness
by providing data analysis and reporting, developing tools and resources for school staff, and contributing to informed decision-making and continuous school improvement.
Promote inclusive practice and effective governance
by embedding socially just practices, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies, and contributing to the effective management of school resources to achieve strategic goals.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
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.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.
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📌 Head Of Department (Student Services) - Hervey Bay Positive Learning Centre (Maryborough)
🏢 Education
📍 Maryborough