Head of Department
18 hours ago
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 adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle. About the School Bundamba State Secondary College is a values-driven school where every student is supported to learn, improve, and achieve. Guided by our core values of Pride, Respect, Responsibility and Empowerment, our dedicated staff create a caring and high-performing environment. We offer a wide range of opportunities in the Arts, academic extension, sport and senior pathways, including the WesTec Trade Training Centre and Specialised Maths. Join a team committed to student success in school and beyond. Your Opportunity As the Head of Department, you will: Lead curriculum focus in line with school and departmental initiatives Participate in delivering the vision of Early Childhood and 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. Your Responsibilities As the Head of Department - Science, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Lead the strategic planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of the Science curriculum across Years 7-12, aligned with the Australian Curriculum and school priorities. Support, mentor, and develop Science faculty staff through instructional leadership, professional learning, and collaborative planning. Use data-driven approaches to monitor student progress, identify areas for improvement, and implement targeted strategies to lift student achievement and engagement. Foster a culture of innovation, scientific inquiry, and high expectations within the department, promoting inclusive and equitable learning for all students. Collaborate with school leadership and other faculties to contribute to whole-school initiatives and build strong cross-curricular connections. 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 be familiar with your relevant work history). Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description "How you will be assessed" section. Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements outlined in 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._
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Head of Department
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