Head of Special Education Services (HO1) - Eimeo Road SS - Special Education Program

Lead Inclusion. Build Capability. Transform Outcomes.

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of inclusive education at Eimeo Road State School. We are seeking an exceptional educational leader to drive innovative practices, strengthen teacher capability and improve outcomes for students requiring adjustments and specialised support.

Join us in our bold and courageous endeavour to leverage inclusion across the school—where every child matters, every learner belongs and every teacher is empowered to meet the diverse needs of students.

If you are an enthusiastic and capable leader ready to make a lasting impact, we encourage you to apply.

About us:

Eimeo Road State School (ERSS) has a proud tradition of providing quality education to students across the growing Northern Beaches area of Mackay, including Eimeo, Blacks Beach, Dolphin Heads and Rural View. The school is committed to creating a positive and caring environment where every student can learn, succeed and flourish. Strong relationships between students, staff and the wider school community are central to the school's approach. The school offers modern learning facilities, a library, tuckshop, extensive sporting areas, adventure playgrounds, spacious ovals and shaded activity areas, providing students with opportunities to achieve their academic, cultural and sporting potential.

Why Eimeo Road State School?

ERSS is entering an exciting phase of school improvement through the expansion of our Personalised Learning Centre (PLC) model. Building on successful outcomes in Prep, the PLC is being extended across the school to provide targeted support for students requiring intensive adjustments while strengthening inclusive practices in every classroom.

This role provides the opportunity to:

• Lead the implementation and ongoing refinement of a contemporary, school-wide inclusion model.
• Influence systems and practices that improve outcomes for students with diverse learning needs.
• Build teacher capability through coaching, mentoring and professional learning.
• Lead a dedicated inclusion team committed to achieving positive outcomes for students.
• Strengthen partnerships with families, external providers and support agencies.
• Contribute strategically to whole-school improvement as a member of the leadership team.
• Ensure specialist expertise is leveraged to maximise inclusion and student success across the school.

About the Role:

Aligned with the Queensland Department of Education's role description, the Head of Special Education Services provides strategic leadership and expert advice to support students with disability and diverse learning needs.

The HOSES leads the planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based inclusive practices, targeted interventions and reasonable adjustments that enable students to access the Australian Curriculum and achieve success. The role collaborates closely with teachers, leaders, families and external agencies to strengthen inclusive practices, coordinate support services and ensure resources are aligned to student needs.

At ERSS, this role extends beyond compliance and case management. We are seeking a leader who can influence practice, build collective capability and drive sustainable improvement in inclusive education across the school.

The Leader We Are Seeking:

We are looking for a leader who:

• Demonstrates a strong commitment to inclusive education and high expectations for every learner.
• Has deep knowledge of disability inclusion, curriculum adjustments, differentiation and evidence-based intervention.
• Can strategically lead change and influence whole-school improvement.
• Builds strong, trusting relationships with staff, students, families and community partners.
• Supports and develops teachers to confidently respond to diverse learning needs.
• Uses data to inform decisions, monitor impact and drive continuous improvement.
• Is collaborative, initiative-taking and solutions focused.

What Success Looks Like:

Success in this role will be reflected through:

• Improved learning, engagement and wellbeing outcomes for students requiring adjustments.
• Increased teacher confidence and capability in inclusive practices.
• Effective implementation of the Personalised Learning Centre.
• Strong partnerships with families and external providers.
• Sustainable systems that support inclusion across the school.
• A culture where students experience belonging, engagement and success.

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 1-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
• 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.