Head of Department

Mission Beach State School is seeking a passionate and high-performing educational leader to join our vibrant school community as Head of Department (Curriculum).

This exciting leadership role offers the opportunity to shape whole-school curriculum and teaching practices across Prep - Year 6.

As a valued member of our Leadership Team, you will work collaboratively with staff to drive excellence in teaching and learning aligned with the Department of Education's strategic direction.

If you are a dynamic and committed leader ready to make a genuine impact in a vibrant coastal community, we invite you to apply.

About the Department of Education:

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

Work Environment and Culture:

Mission Beach State School is a welcoming and collaborative coastal school. Staff are passionate about teaching and committed to ensuring every student experiences a year's worth of growth. As part of the Leadership Team, you will have the opportunity to influence curriculum and pedagogy across the school while working alongside supportive and dedicated educators.

Step Into Your Nex Chapter:

This position requires a specialisation in developing high-quality teaching and learning across Prep to Year 6, while performing all core responsibilities of the HOD-C.

The role spans all learning areas and supports a systematic, school-wide approach to effective teaching.

The successful applicant will lead the systematic delivery of the Australian Curriculum, ensuring alignment of curriculum, assessment, and reporting, while building teacher capability and strengthening pedagogy.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintain strong credibility through demonstrated teaching excellence, deep curriculum knowledge, and pedagogical expertise.
• Facilitate and coordinate professional learning across Prep-Year 6, equipping staff with skills for low-variance, high-impact approaches.
• Apply sophisticated interpersonal, analytical, and strategic skills to lead change, inspire, and engage stakeholders.
• Work as part of the school Leadership Team to support systematic, school-wide curriculum delivery.
• Provide support and guidance to staff throughout all stages of the teaching cycle.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

The Perfect Fit:

• Proven curriculum leadership experience, deep understanding of the Australian Curriculum, the ability to build teacher capability, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to driving high-quality teaching and learning.
• Experience leading whole-school improvement initiatives, familiarity with regional school contexts, and a record of fostering collaborative team cultures.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration 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.