Head of Department

4 months ago

Toowoomba, Australia Education Full time

**About Us**:
Established in 1919, Toowoomba State High School, has a proud history of delivering exemplary education for the young people of Toowoomba. Situated on Giabal and Jarowair land, at Mt Lofty, the school campus overlooks the city of Toowoomba.Our focus is on providing educational excellence and diverse pathways for students, based on inclusion, high expectations, integrity and courage. Students have access to diverse possibilities and opportunities. Programs in academia, sport, music, the arts, language and community engagement are provided for students to pursue. The learning environment and educational programs, combined with high expectations and personalised support, underpins our philosophy to learning.
Toowoomba State High School recognises that our students require not only a meaningful and relevant curriculum but a focus on inclusive pedagogical practices that foster positive wellbeing and engagement for students from diverse backgrounds and learning needs.At the heart of Toowoomba State High School is our motto 'Creating stars for the future', for students from Year 7 to 12.

**About the Role**:
Responsibilities include, but not limited to;
- 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.

The ideal applicant will have a deep understanding of inclusion and support for learners from diverse backgrounds (EALD, Refugees, First Nations, Students with Disabilities), and be prepared to lead through the implementation of policies and processes enabling students from diverse backgrounds and needs to succeed with learning. You will be capable of managing competing priorities, support programs, identifying and sourcing professional development and building quality partnerships within and outside of the school.
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

**How to Apply**:

- Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- A 2-pg written statement in response to 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.
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).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

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