Head of Department

1 month ago


Moreton Bay, Australia Education Full time

About the School
Narangba Valley State High School is a high performing leader in secondary education in Queensland. The powerful combination of our size plus our experienced staff enables us to deliver a wide range of specialised programs. Excellence in the arts and cultural pursuits, stunning academic results (including those from our suite of academies), amazing achievements in the sporting arena, all within a safe and supportive, values-based environment, combine to make us the clear school of choice in this district. We set ourselves apart by valuing each individual student and ensuring that each young person graduating from this school is well-positioned for a bright future. Our mission is to develop inspired, innovative and resilient learners who are prepared to challenge the future.
Our values of respect, integrity and commitment drive our daily practice and provide a strong base for our school's culture. Our students work hard, strive to achieve their best and interact positively in a friendly, respectful environment. With a large team of dedicated teachers and support staff, ample resourcing and highly effective classroom practices, there is no doubt as to why we enjoy such a high level of success across the board.
We have the belief in our young people - that they are our future and deserve the best education possible. They need positive role models who guide and support them towards a bright future beyond the school gate, and here at Narangba Valley State High School, we provide that very well. The well-being of our students and staff is a high priority, as we know that when a positive mindset exists, the conditions for learning are maximized.
About the Role
As Head of Department, you will have responsibility for leading the following activities and delivery of the following key tasks:

- Lead the school department to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational 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 staff within the school department.
- Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the school department to achieve goals.

For a full list of mandatory requirements please see the attached role description.

**Interested? To apply**:

- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor)
- Attach a maximum 2 page written response outlining your suitability for the role referring to the key capabilities identified in the attached role description.

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.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.


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