Supporting and building our multi-disciplinary workforce to deliver what matters for every student.
Actions include:
- strengthening the focus on safety and wellbeing in the workplace to protect and value our people
- supporting schools to utilise a range of roles through contemporary workforce design
- delivering responsive workforce strategies to attract and retain a professional, skilled and diverse workforce
- building the professional expertise of educational and system leaders
- strengthening teaching expertise in priority areas to support excellence in teaching and learning.
A system that values and supports its workforce, with a focus on attracting high-quality candidates and retaining experienced staff, is best placed to meet educational priorities and system goals and support positive outcomes for every student.
Creating supportive, safe and healthy schools and workplaces, where educators and leaders feel valued and connected to their school communities, creates a sense of belonging and a positive environment for teaching and working.
The workforce needs of schools continue to change in response to the evolving nature of our local communities. Contemporary workforce design is critical to effectively respond to the current and future needs of Queensland. It considers the importance of a diverse workforce of allied professionals, specialists and support staff that each school needs. A well-planned multi-disciplinary workforce frees up teachers to focus on teaching and supports all staff to focus on driving continuous improvement across the system.
Working in education, alongside passionate and committed people, is one of the most rewarding careers. Attracting, inspiring and retaining a diverse and professional workforce who are supported to grow in their profession throughout their career and contribute to our system boosts student-to-teacher ratios and eases pressure on our valued workforce.
High-performing educational systems invest in their workforce—from educational leaders, teachers and school-based support roles, through to the regional and corporate workforce who are there to support every school—to build their capability, confidence and pathways for a rewarding career.
Recognising and valuing the incredible expertise of all our staff, flagship programs, delivered through the Education Futures Institute support our people at every step of their education career.
The role of educational leaders and teachers is constantly evolving, becoming increasingly broad and complex. Expert leaders and teachers build connections with their peers, provide guidance and share best practice of what works in their classrooms. Working collaboratively in partnership with teaching teams, allied professionals and specialist staff, they are the key to improved outcomes for every student.