Head of Department

3 weeks ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time

William Ross State High School has an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Head of Department - English to join our welcoming and supportive team. We are looking for a dynamic leader who is committed to fostering excellence in English education and contributing to a collaborative school culture.

If you're ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and thrive in a positive team environment, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

About The Department

The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.

About The School

William Ross State High School, established in 1991 and named after Townsville's first elected mayor, is a community built on a strong foundation of learning, personal growth and high expectations. Our school motto, Success through Commitment, guides everything we do from quality teaching and learning to the supportive relationships between staff and students. Represented by our Moorish Idol logo, we value growth, adaptability and resilience. We aim to equip students to become lifelong learners and active global citizens, with success defined and celebrated in diverse ways. At William Ross, every student is encouraged to take ownership of their learning and future.

About The Role

As the Head of Department, you will:

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

The Head of Department is accountable to and under the direction of the Principal or delegate.

Please note that applicants must have the support of their current Principal to apply for this position.

Your Responsibilities

As the Head of Department - English, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
  • The suitable applicant will lead a diverse team of approximately 20 teachers to improve student outcomes in accordance with the school's Annual Implementation Plan.
  • The school has a strong focus on pedagogy and data analysis to inform teaching and learning
  • Support teachers to enhance the achievement and development of all students in every classroom across the full spectrum of capabilities
  • Support staff in developing and enhancing the use of digital pedagogies

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.

Interested? To Apply
  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
  • Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the attached role description.
  • Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements outlined 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.

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.

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

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