Head Of Department (Curriculum) - Rosella Park School

Head of Department (Curriculum) - Rosella Park School

Education (Organisation site )
Central Queensland Region - Early Childhood and State Schools Division

Rosella Park School (P-12 State Special School) are seeking applications for a Head of Department (Curriculum) to join their supportive school community on a full-time temporary basis, from 08 July 2024 until 13 December 2024unless otherwise determined. This person will have a strong curriculum and pedagogical knowledge along with well-developed strategic thinking and analytical skills to contribute to our school improvement agenda and to developproductive positive relationships between students, staff and the wider school community.

Job details

Position status

Position status Fixed Term Temporary

Position type

Position type Full-time

Occupational group

Occupational group Education &
Training

Classification

Classification Stream 2 /HO1

Workplace Location

Workplace Location Rockhampton region

Job ad reference

Job ad reference QLD/CQR573947/24T

Closing date 08-Jul-2024

Yearly salary

Yearly salary $136979 - $139400

Fortnightly salary

Fortnightly salary $5250.40 - $5343.20

Job duration

Job duration 13th December 2024 unless otherwise determined

The Department of Education (DoE) is committed to delivering responsive services focused on equity and excellence to Queenslanders and their communities. We promote equity and excellence by our commitment to respect, protect and promote human rights. Our objectives are:
a strong start for all children, every student realising their potential, fair and safe workplaces and communities, capable people delivering our vision. Our vision is one of equity and excellence in a progressive, high performing education system that realises the potential of every student.

As the only special school in Gladstone, we are certainly proud to be leading a school that embraces the notion that 'every child can learn and succeed' when provided with a quality education catered to their individual needs. All staff at Rosella Park School take great pride in being an active member of a school that strives to be the best school we can be, focusing on providing a safe and supportive environment that empowers staff, students and families to work together as a team to focus on student achievement. It is important to us that everyone who steps through our door - staff, students, and parents are excited to be here with high expectations! This attitude enables us to meet the challenges of student learning in a positive, fun and nurturing environment.

About the Role:

As the Head of Department (Curriculum) you will:

• Lead curriculum focus in line with school and departmental initiatives
• Participate in delivering the vision of State Schools Division
• Develop the quality of teaching and learning
• Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead the implementation of curriculum provisions and related whole school programs to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Lead the implementation of whole school approach to pedagogy.
• Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
• Set high standards for student and staff performance.
• Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

To Apply:

• 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 may be assessed section of 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.

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).

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity .

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

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