Kenmore State High School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated educator to join their executive leadership team.
There are 6 Head of Department positions at Kenmore State High School, one for each Year level, referred to locally as Heads of Year.
This Head of Department - Student Services position will have a focus in 2026 on Year 7 and involves working closely with students, parents, and teachers to support students into and through their first year of secondary schooling.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!
About The Department Of Education
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About The School
Kenmore State High School is a highly regarded school in the western suburbs of Brisbane.
Founded in 1972, the school has grown to an enrolment of around 2000 students.
The local community is very supportive of our school and encourages its young people to pursue education as a priority.
We have a clear vision for our students: Your Future Matters.
Our Work Is Underpinned By Our Core Values
- Respect - We are committed to being considerate of those around us, demonstrating kindness, empathy and understanding of others' differences.
- Belonging - We promote an accepting environment where everyone feels valued, comfortable, and confident.
- Growth - We foster an environment where everyone is empowered to create their own path and goals, supported by opportunities to explore, evolve and achieve.
About The Role
As the Head of Department - Student Services, you will have the following accountabilities:
- Lead initiatives that enhance the Engagement, Belonging, Wellbeing and Behaviour Support of every student in your year level.
- Work with the Student Support Services Team to provide support and intervention with students who are experiencing significant barriers in accessing their learning through academic, behaviour and/or social emotional engagement concerns.
- Implement year level events in partnership with the Shadow Heads of Year for whole cohort activities to develop a sense of year level identity and belonging (e.g. Year level assemblies, meaning projects and celebrations).
- Promote positive education (PERMAH) to embed practices that support every student to flourish in their education at Kenmore SHS.
- Liaise with parents, teachers, and support staff of students in your year level to provide support and guidance for students when needed.
- Uphold the school values and expectations through your strong leadership skills.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Submit Your Application
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page response to the How you will be assessed section of 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.
Occupational group Education & Training
