About Us Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us. The Capability branch is located in the State Schools Strategy Division. The Capability branch is committed to a thriving and capable workforce equipped with the skills and confidence to support every student to realise their potential. A key part of the Capability branch is the Education Futures Institute (EFI) that delivers high-quality, evidence-informed and equitable capability development for a diverse workforce across key career stages. The EFI provides high quality, targeted professional learning for staff located in metropolitan, regional, rural and remote locations across the state. The EFI empowers staff with the skills, knowledge and capability to excel in their role. The role of Senior Education Officer Capability - Special Schools is offered on a full-time temporary basis, until 12 December 2026, unless otherwise determined. About the Role As the Senior Education Officer, Capability (Special Schools) you will work with regional teams and collaborate with a network of peers around the state to provide targeted capability development in the following priority areas: Delivering Australian Curriculum for students requiring a different year level partial (DYL-P) or highly individualised curriculum plan (HICP) Developing Individual Curriculum Plans for students requiring a different year level partial (DYL-P) or highly individualised curriculum plan (HICP) Delivering quality Senior Schooling options and understanding the Guidelines for Individual Learning (GIL) and QCIA requirements Recording and reporting student learning utilising One School Promotion of evidence-based pedagogies for students with an ICP Enhanced collaboration between school leaders to develop capability and confidence to improve learning outcomes for the targeted student cohort The Senior Education Officer Capability reports to the Director, Education Futures Institute in the negotiated base region. About You The ideal applicants are individuals who demonstrate: Strategic leadership and project management in delivering departmental initiatives and capability programs aligned to statewide priorities. Expert educational knowledge in curriculum, assessment, and pedagogy for students with diverse learning needs. Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement to support consistent, evidence-informed practice across regions and schools. Commitment to improvement, inclusion, and innovation through evidence-based practice and a culture of belonging and shared accountability. 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 maximum 2-page written response (using minimum 10pt font) outlining your suitability for the role in response to the attached role description and within the context of the role as described above. Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements 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.
