Head of Department

1 week ago

Logan City, Australia Queensland Government Full time

About Beenleigh State High School:
Beenleigh State High has a unique school culture and community, with an active and supportive Parents and Community Association, strong broader community support, committed, highly experienced and talented staff, and outstanding student leaders.

Beenleigh State High School delivers an outstanding educational experience for all. Our school is positioned within a unique setting at the heart of the Beenleigh city centre and we enable the conditions for our students to connect and thrive through creative and supportive learning environments.

About the Role:
The HOD leads curriculum development and teaching excellence in ITD and Digital Technology, aligning programs with school priorities and departmental initiatives. This role supports innovation, student engagement, and future-focused learning in technology education.

The ITD curriculum spans across both junior and senior secondary contexts. In Years 7-10, students engage in Junior Design Technology aligned to Version 9 of the Australian Curriculum, developing foundational design and technical skills. In the senior years, the faculty delivers applied learning through Building and Construction Skills, Engineering Skills, and Furnishing Skills, providing students with authentic, hands-on learning experiences connected to industry standards.

With a strong commitment to student pathways and employability, Beenleigh SHS has plans to expand its vocational education offerings within the ITD facility. The Head of Department will play a pivotal role in leading this growth, driving excellence in curriculum delivery, safety compliance, and the integration of digital technologies to prepare students for success in a rapidly evolving technical world.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage curriculum planning, assessment, and delivery in ITD and Digital Technology.
Promote high-quality, industry-relevant teaching practices and support staff development.
Foster safe, inclusive, and engaging workshop and digital learning environments.
Build strong relationships with students, staff, industry partners, and the wider school community.
Support implementation of school and Department of Education strategic goals.

Accountability Accountable to the Principal or delegate, operating within the school's and Department's policies and strategic frameworks.

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

Interested? To Apply:
Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
Attach a two page statement responding to the Key Responsibilities detailed in 'About The Role'

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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