Head of Department
6 days 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 Northgate State School is a vibrant and close-knit community that provides high-quality education in a caring and supportive environment. With a strong focus on literacy and numeracy, our dedicated staff delivers a modern and engaging curriculum that prepares students for future success. The school is large enough to offer excellent resources and facilities, yet small enough to maintain a personal and welcoming atmosphere where every child is valued. Nestled in a peaceful setting with refurbished classrooms, advanced technology, and strong community partnerships, Northgate is a fulfilling and inspiring place for educators to work and grow. Your Responsibilities As Head of Department - Curriculum, you will play a critical role in shaping the learning journey of every student. Working closely with the school leadership team, classroom teachers, and support staff, you will: Lead the development, implementation, and review of whole-school curriculum plans Drive high-impact teaching practices and data-informed decision-making Coach and mentor teachers to support professional growth and consistency in pedagogy Promote inclusive, differentiated learning that reflects our students' diverse needs Foster a culture of collaboration aligned with our HEART values in every aspect of school life What You Bring We're looking for a leader who is not only pedagogically strong but also deeply committed to the holistic development of students and staff. You are: A curriculum expert with a strong understanding of the Australian Curriculum and assessment frameworks A confident communicator and team builder who leads with empathy and clarity Passionate about innovation, equity, and continuous improvement in education Aligned with our school's HEART values and committed to modelling them daily Strategic, organised, and able to translate school vision into classroom practice Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and 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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