Head of Special Education Services
Employment
Full time, Temporary or Fixed term
Subject
Special Education
Sector
Government
Teaching level
Early childhood
Salary range
Closing date
6 July 2026
Posted 21 Jun 2026
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376
Total students
50%
Boys
50%
Girls
34.4
Teaching FTE
16.1
Non-teaching FTE
838
ICSEA value
4th percentile · Lower SES
45%
EAL/D Background
59%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Far North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Join Cooktown State School as Head of Special Education Services and lead the delivery of high-quality inclusive education programs that support every student to achieve success.
This rewarding leadership opportunity is ideal for a passionate and collaborative educator who is committed to improving outcomes for students with diverse learning needs while building staff capability and fostering strong partnerships with families and the wider community.
If you are an innovative leader dedicated to inclusive education and making a positive difference in the lives of students, we encourage you to apply.
Job details
Position statusFixed Term TemporaryPosition typeFull-timeOccupational groupEducation & TrainingClassificationStream 2 /HO1Workplace LocationFar North QldJob ad referenceQLD/FNR692234/26TClosing date06-Jul-2026Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob durationUntil 10 Dec 2026 unless otherwise determinedContact personMark McloughlinContact details0475 829 483Access the National Relay Service
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