Head Of Department

3 days ago

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia Queensland Department Of Education Full time
Head of Department - English - Nerang State High School Education (Organisation site)South East Region Early Childhood and State Schools Division Nerang State High School is seeking an engaging educator to fill the role of Acting Head of Department – English from Term 2 to the end of Term 4 of 2025.The ideal candidate will be a high-calibre educational leader with a contemporary leadership style focused on collegial engagement, collaboration, and innovation throughout the faculty.
The role requires strong relationship skills, warmth, energy, integrity, and passion for inspiring students and engaging with the school community.
Applicants should demonstrate flexibility, independence, leadership, change management, and communication skills.
The position is suited for a passionate curriculum leader who can drive continuous improvement in pedagogy and work with diverse student groups, from high achievers to disengaged students.
Job details Position status: Fixed Term Temporary Position type: Full-time Occupational group: Education & Training Classification: Stream 2 /HO1 Workplace Location: Gold Coast Job ad reference: QLD/SER620800/25 T Closing date: 17-Mar-2025 Yearly salary: $141088 - $143582 Fortnightly salary: $5407.90 - $5503.50 Job duration: Until 12 December 2025 unless otherwise determined.
This is a temporary full-time position, to commence 22 April 2025 until 12 December 2025, unless otherwise determined.
About the Role The Head of English faculty will support high quality teaching, effective resource use, and high standards of learning for all students.
You will provide curriculum leadership in the Australian Curriculum: English; Learning Support (English); QCAA subjects: General English and Essential English.
Implicit in this leadership role is the responsibility to implement the school vision and whole-school explicit improvement agenda, with a keen focus on building pedagogical capacity to ensure inspirational teaching provides highly engaging learning and success for all students.
As the Head of Department - English, you will have responsibility for the following: Work as a key member of the school leadership team implementing the whole school explicit improvement agenda, with a focus on building teacher capability and student engagement.
Leadership of the strategic directions within the English faculty, aligned to the school Annual Improvement Plan with focus on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
Use high-level analytical skills to develop strategic actions and implement these through influencing, delegation and teams.
Implementation of Australian Curriculum for Years 7 to 10 (English), including unit preparation, assessment, reporting and moderation.
Implementation of senior school General and Applied subjects - General English and Essential English.
Implementation of literacy across the school, including reading.
Direction and oversight of class practices, including planning, delivery and assessment.
Set high standards for student and staff performance.
Strategic development and implementation of the annual faculty budget.
Leadership and management of teachers, learning support staff, academic excellence teachers, and teacher aides (with some working across other faculties).
Engage in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
Understand and communicate the legislation and policies impacting schooling.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply: Attach a resume (2-page maximum) including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history).
Attach a written response (3500 word maximum) outlining your suitability for the role referring to key capabilities 1-4 under the 'How you will be assessed' section 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.
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.
Further information 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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