Head of Department

2 days ago


Sunshine Coast, Australia Education Full time

**About the School**: Baringa State Secondary College, located in Baringa (Caloundra South) opened its doors for the first time in 2021, when Year 7 and 8 students commenced at the college. In 2025, we will celebrate our first cohort of foundation students graduating Year 12. Our College is a place that inspires our community. A place for everybody, where everyone is valued and respected. A place where people have positive relationships, where excellence in teaching and learning empowers everyone to be confident, creative and aspirational about their chosen future. A place where everyone has a deep sense of pride in who we are and what we do. At Baringa State Secondary College we provide a warm and supportive environment in which all children can grow with confidence. Our staff are passionate professionals who are committed to helping students achieve their potential, no matter what it takes, where the well-being and positive educational outcomes for every student is at the core of everything that we do. **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 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. **The key responsibilities**: - Leading the planning and enactment of the curriculum across all phases of learning within the college, and the leading of improved pedagogical practices for positive learning environments. This includes; - 7-10 Australian Curriculum developed and implemented with fidelity. - Senior curriculum development leadership. - Strategic evaluation and support of the moderation cycles across faculties. - Analysis of student data and development of strategies for improved student outcomes. - Development of staff expertise in Essential skills for Classroom management and whole of college consistent practices supported through profiling protocols. - Visible leadership, capability develop of staff through coaching processes. - Leadership of implementation of college instructional moves supported through instructional rounds, learning walks, lesson observations. Please view the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities. Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. **Interested? To Apply**: - Attach a brief resume (maximum of 2 pages) including contact details for 2 referees (one of which must be your current supervisor). - Attach a 2-page response addressing the "How you will be assessed" section (points 1 - 5) of 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. 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.


  • Head of Department

    38 minutes ago


    Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia Department of Education Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    Kilcoy State High School is seeking a dynamic and dedicated educator to lead our Mathematics and Health & Physical Education departments.This is a unique opportunity for a passionate professional with proven expertise in teaching Mathematics across Years 7-12.Join a supportive leadership team committed to academic excellence and student success.About the...

  • Head of Department

    2 days ago


    Sunshine Coast, Australia Education Full time

    About the School Caloundra State High School is a great school, with fantastic staff and students. Our experienced staff deliver an innovative, broad curriculum of very high quality that caters for academic and vocational pathways. We have extensive programs to nurture excellence in academic, cultural and sporting achievement to ensure students reach their...

  • Head of Department

    2 weeks ago


    Sunshine Coast, Australia Education Full time

    (Image sourced from Meridan State College) **About the School**: Meridan State College is an Independent Public School with an established reputation as a high performing school with an emphasis on quality teaching and high standards of behaviour in a safe, supportive environment. **About the Role**: **As the Head of Department you will**: - lead...

  • Head of Department

    4 days ago


    Sunshine Coast, Australia Education Full time

    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...

  • Head of Department

    1 week ago


    Sunshine Coast, Australia Education Full time

    This is a temporary, full-time position until 13 December 2024, unless otherwise determined. About the Department The Department of Education are 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...

  • Head of Department

    3 hours ago


    Sunshine Coast, Australia Education Full time

    About the school Chatsworth State School within the North Coast Region is located on the northern outskirts of Gympie with picturesque views of the hills and valleys of surrounding rural areas. Chatsworth State School caters for approximately 255 students from prep to year 6. The school is a great size school, small enough to maintain a family feel and treat...

  • Head of Department

    2 weeks ago


    Sunshine Coast, Australia Education Full time

    About the School Currimundi Special School is a P-12 school located in the North Coast Region on the Sunshine Coast just north of Caloundra. The school enrolment zone incorporates a large catchment, from Maroochydore and Buderim in the north, to Caloundra and Pelican Waters in the south and as far west as the communities of Landsborough and Beerwah. Our...

  • Head of Department

    2 weeks ago


    Sunshine Coast, Australia Education Full time

    **About Us**: Coolum State High School is located just north of the community of Coolum Beach. It is situated in an idyllic setting surrounded by National Park and is in close proximity to local beaches. The region's natural beauty complements the culture of learning, care, respect and the pursuit of excellence contained within its walls. The school was...

  • Head of Department

    2 days ago


    Sunshine Coast, Australia Education Full time

    **About the School**: Located centrally on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, Chancellor State College is a five minute drive to Mooloolaba, and is a one hour drive north of Brisbane. Our college enjoys a partnership with the University of the Sunshine Coast to deliver world class educational opportunities to all in the Sippy Downs Educational Precinct. This...

  • Head of Department

    3 hours ago


    Sunshine Coast, Australia Education Full time

    About the School Coolum State High School is a co-educational school which was established in 1985 and has grown steadily to the current enrolment of approximately 1419 students. Coolum State High School is a friendly community school which embraces the underlying culture of care, respect and excellence, offering a comprehensive curriculum and co and extra...