Head Of Department (Curriculum)

Education (Organisation site )
Metropolitan North Region - Early Childhood and State Schools Division

Craigslea State School are seeking a focused and dynamic leader to join our dedicated team as we endeavour to nurture successful students, create abundant opportunities and empower the community through innovative educational strategies. This role is offered as a Head of Department (Curriculum) on a temporary full-time basis from 12 August 2024 until 13 December 2024 unless otherwise determined.

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

Job ad reference

Job ad reference QLD/MNR573454/24T

Closing date 07-Jul-2024

Yearly salary

Yearly salary $136979 - $139400

Fortnightly salary

Fortnightly salary $5250.40 - $5343.20

Job duration

Job duration Until 13 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.

About Craigslea State School:

With the motto 'Learn for Life' Craigslea SS is committed to providing a high-quality education for our diverse community of students. We deliver a broad range of learning experiences to foster a love of learning in our students. Learning at Craigslea is underpinned by our LIFE values and our inclusive practices to ensure all our students are learning and achieving.

Your 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 relevant curriculum areas or whole school program to develop, articulate and commit to a sharededucational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
• 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.
• Form partnerships with students, parents, other government agencies, and community groups.
• Be futures oriented and strategic.
• Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling especially in relation to students and staffwithin the school department.
• Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the curriculum areas or whole school program to achieve goals.

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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