About the Role The Head of Department - Student Services, you will be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to improving educational, cultural, and wellbeing outcomes for First Nations students and have a high degree of knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, languages, and perspectives.
They will have a proven capacity to lead teachers in developing and implementing creative, high-quality teaching and learning programs that authentically embed Indigenous perspectives across all curriculum areas and support improved student achievement.
You will be accountable for the effective leadership and management of First Nations Education within the school, including the development of strategies that foster cultural safety, belonging, engagement, and success for First Nations students.
They will demonstrate evidence of using student achievement, wellbeing, and engagement data to inform practice and improve outcomes, while creating a culture of qualified learning that builds staff capability and confidence in culturally responsive teaching.




They will also have the capacity to lead and deliver the development and implementation of Indigenous language studies, working collaboratively with the local First Nations communities, Elders, and language custodians to ensure authentic and meaningful learning opportunities.
Robust skills in building partnerships with families, community organisations, and key stakeholders will be essential.
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the successful applicant will contribute strategically to whole-school improvement and lead initiatives that strengthen reconciliation, embed Indigenous perspectives across the school, and promote excellence, inclusion, and equity for all students.
Experience working in partnership with First Nations communities, Elders, and families to enhance student outcomes and strengthen cultural connections within a school setting is highly desirable.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

📌 Head Of Department Student Services Cleveland District State High School, Education Brisbane
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Brisbane