Head of Department

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

Flagstone State Community College is a dynamic, future-focused school dedicated to inspiring success every day. We offer a strong mix of academic and vocational pathways, supported by expert teachers, modern facilities, and a caring school community. Our students are well prepared for university through a focus on literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking, while our nationally recognised trade training programs, including the Electro Technology Centre, open doors to skilled careers. We also excel in the arts and sports, offering specialised programs and opportunities for students to develop their talents. At Flagstone, every student is supported to reach their full potential.

Your Opportunity

As the Head of Department - Student Engagement, you will:
Focus on initiatives to support the educational outcomes for students.
Incorporate the vision of Early Childhood and State Schools Division into school planning.
Develop the quality of teaching and learning.
Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers and the community.

The Head of Department, Student Engagement reports to the Principal.

Your Responsibilities

As the Head of Department - Student Engagement, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Provide leadership and guidance for the implementation of innovative measures aimed at improving student learning outcomes and attendance in schools where a significant percentage of students may have a disadvantaged background, ensuring quality learning outcomes for all students.
Where requested, prepare all data returns for senior management.
Monitor students' individual performance and behaviour and develop and implement intervention strategies where necessary.
Communicate and work with parents, higher education institutes and State Schools Division to improve learning outcomes, student achievements and attendance.

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 your mandatory qualifications/registration outlined in the attached role description OR; Attach evidence 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.
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