Head of Department
6 days ago
**About Us**:
Woodcrest State College is a Prep to Year 12 College with an established reputation for quality education in the Springfield community. Woodcrest's clear vision, 'Inspiring Students' and values of 'Respect, Responsibility and Resilience' commit the school to achieve the best outcomes for each student.
Conveniently located across the road from the Springfield Train Station, our specialised Primary and Secondary Schools are resource rich settings with the latest technologies, gymnasiums, laboratories, playing fields, performing and practical arts programs. We also have an Academic Enrichment Program available from Year 7, Sports Excellence in AFL, Volleyball and Basketball and an on site Kindergarten and Trade Training Centre.
**About the Role**:
Woodcrest is a P-12 College in the Greater Springfield area of Ipswich. The successful applicant for Head of School Primary will have demonstrated experience and outcomes in leading school-wide teaching and learning agendas. They will demonstrate proven capability in leading staff around the implementation of the Australian Curriculum, effective pedagogies and associated high impact teaching strategies. Knowledge and experience in developing innovative digital practices and pedagogies would be an advantage. A strong commitment to the P-12 ethos is an imperative of this position.As the Head of Department Curriculum you will have responsibility for the following:
- Lead the relevant curriculum areas or whole school program 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.
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 response to the How you will be Assessed section of the attached role description.
How you will be assessed Within the context of the role described above, the ideal applicant will be someone who has the following key capabilities:
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- Demonstrated teaching competence and capacity to provide curriculum leadership leading to the achievement of quality learning outcomes for all students.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to develop and sustain productive relationships within and beyond the school community.
- Capacity to use analytical skills to contribute to educational outcomes at the school level.
- Capacity for leading and managing change within the school environment and school community.
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).
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