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Cairns, Queensland, Australia Queensland Department of Education Full time

Join the dynamic leadership team at Western Cape College - Weipa Secondary Campus. We are seeking a dedicated and collaborative Head of Department for Semester 2, 2025.

As Head of Department (Technology) and Registered Training Organisation (RTO) Manager, you will lead curriculum delivery in all Technology subjects and oversee student and teacher activities in line with the College's vision and values.

Relocation expenses may be negotiated with the successful applicant. Subsidised accommodation and remote incentives are available for eligible applicants.

This is a temporary full-time position to commence in Semester 2, from 14 July 2025 until 12 December 2025 unless otherwise determined.

About The Western Cape College

Western Cape College is a unique state school with campuses in Mapoon (P-6) and Weipa (P-12), as well as a secondary residential facility in Weipa. Our campuses are set in the vibrant cultural, social, and geographical environment of the Cape York Peninsula in Far North Queensland. As the largest P-12 school in the Cape, we play a key role in advancing Indigenous and Remote Education through innovative practices. Our values are guided by four pillars that shape our work, strategic decisions, and service delivery: Connection, Wellbeing, Learning, Leading.

For more information about working at Western Cape College, visit our website: Western Cape College Employment.

To experience everything Weipa has to offer, view this YouTube clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wh4GtO8eOjc.

About The Role

As Head of Department (Technology), you will play a key role in enhancing teaching and learning quality, fostering a positive culture at Weipa Secondary Campus, and establishing effective strategic practices for resource management to support positive student outcomes. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of, and the capacity to lead, the implementation of both the Australian Curriculum and the QCAA curriculum in Technology. Building and maintaining productive relationships with all stakeholders is essential.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Leading the curriculum focus and school department in developing and committing to a shared vision focused on quality learning outcomes for all students.
  • Embedding socially just practices in daily school life.
  • Setting high standards for student and staff performance.
  • Undertaking the school Registered Training Organisation (RTO) Manager role.
  • Engaging in lifelong learning and professional development.
  • Forming partnerships with students, parents, agencies, and community groups.
  • Being future-oriented and strategic.
  • Understanding legislation and policies impacting the school department, students, and staff.

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

Interested? To Apply
  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should understand your relevant work history).
  • Attach a written response (2-page maximum) to the "How you will 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 similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).

The Department of Education is a family-inclusive workplace. Learn more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies here.

Occupational group: Education & Training

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