Laidley District State School is seeking a Head of Special Education Services (HO1) to lead the Special Education Program.

This is a temporary full-time position to commence from 6 October 2026 until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined.

Make a meaningful contribution to student outcomes while building your leadership career in the Lockyer Valley.

Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification Stream 2 /HO1
Workplace Location Ipswich region,Toowoomba region
Job ad reference QLD/MSR698392/26T
Closing date 31-Aug-2026
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration Until 11 December 2026 unless otherwise determined
Contact person Thomas RICHARDS
Contact details 07 5466 8222
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About us:

Located in the heart of Laidley in Queensland's Lockyer Valley, Laidley District State School provides teachers with a modern, well-maintained campus, designed to support contemporary learning.

Our school is recognised for best practice in Indigenous education and a collaborative approach to teaching, with a robust focus on mathematics, STEM and community engagement.

Your opportunity:

As Head of Special Education Services, you will lead the Special Education Program and support the school to deliver effective, inclusive education practices.

You will work with school leaders, teachers, teacher aides,



families and external agencies to coordinate support, strengthen staff capability and ensure students receive appropriate adjustments and targeted support to maximise their engagement, wellbeing and learning outcomes.

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 statement in response to the attached role description.
- Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in 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.

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 Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

Role Description

Information Package for Applicants

📌 Head of Special Education ServicesLaidley District State School - Special Education Program (Ipswich)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Ipswich