Description:
Lead the way in creating inclusive, engaging learning environments as a Director in Schools and Student Support. In this pivotal role you'll shape state-wide initiatives involved in preventing, reducing and responding to bullying. This dynamic, fast-paced position demands agility, strategic vision, and a passion for helping all learners thrive. If you're ready to make a real impact in Queensland state schools, join us and be part of transformative change!
This is a temporary fulltime project position until 31 December 2025, unless otherwise determined. Base location of this role is Central Office, Brisbane.
The Director reports to the Executive Director, Schools & Student Support.
Your Role:
As the Director, you will lead a coordinated approach to delivering the leading identified Schools & Student Support Division initiatives to reduce, prevent and respond to bullying.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Leading the development, implementation, and monitoring of state-wide initiatives, ensuring alignment with departmental goals and priorities to support student engagement and inclusion.
- Overseeing initiatives aimed at addressing bullying.
- Shaping and influence policies and procedures that address key issues.
- Providing high-level advice to senior departmental officers, government agencies, and stakeholders on matters relating addressing bullying.
- Ensuring optimal use of human and financial resources, including the management of State and Commonwealth funds, to meet agreed objectives and achieve measurable outcomes.
- Building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Managing, mentoring, and inspiring a multidisciplinary team to deliver outcomes in a dynamic environment, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability.
- Preparing and reviewing briefing materials, correspondence, and reports for the Minister, senior departmental officers, and other key entities, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and relevance.
- Modelling and promoting the use of digital tools and practices to improve productivity, enhance communication, and support implementation.
- Continuously monitoring, evaluating, and refining the activities, strategies, and policies to ensure they remain effective and aligned with the project goals and priorities.
- Advocating for and leading initiatives that address barriers to learning.
About You:
As the Director, Schools and Student Support, you will bring:
- Proven ability to lead, inspire, and implement state-wide initiatives.
- Strong understanding of educational policies and frameworks, with the ability to design and deliver innovative strategies to support diverse student groups.
- Capacity to navigate a dynamic environment, responding quickly to changing demands and priorities.
- Ability to build strong relationships, influence stakeholders, and communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively.
- Experience working with diverse teams, government bodies, and communities to achieve shared goals.
- A commitment to equity in education, ensuring every student has access to supportive, engaging learning environments.
- A proactive approach to overcoming challenges and delivering practical, sustainable solutions.
How to Apply:
- A brief resume (maximum 3 pages) with contact details of 2 referees (including your current manager) and
- A maximum 2-page statement that outlines:
- Motivation to Apply for this Role
- People Leadership & Personal Attributes , including alignment with the Vision, Results and Accountability competencies in Role Description below and the role details and attributes stated above.
- Project Governance Knowledge, Skills & Experience , such as: development of strategies and plans, implementation and governance, procedures and controls
- Delivery of Projects/Initiatives , for example: experience in managing projects; or performing a senior business representative role on Project Boards.
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. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. ( https://alt-qed.qed.qld.gov.au/working-with-us/induction/department/human-resources/inclusion-and-diversity#:~:text=Pathways%20to%20Parity,participate%20fully%20in%20our%20workplaces. )