Head of Department

6 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Department of Education Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Join our dynamic team at Cairns School of Distance Education and step into the exciting role of Head of Department (Maths).

This is your chance to be a pivotal leader in our high-achieving school community.

Giving you the opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of education while working alongside a passionate and dedicated team.

Apply now to be a part of our vibrant academic community and help shape the next generation of leaders.

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.

Who We Are:

Located in Manunda, Far North Queensland, the Cairns School of Distance Education offers flexible, high-quality education for students from Prep through Year 12 who may be home-based, school-based, travelling or across remote locations.

The school emphasizes individualised curriculum, strong partnerships between teachers, home tutors and students, and a forward-looking use of ICT and online learning tools to deliver education across a broad region.

With an enrolment covering thousands of students across a vast geographic area, Cairns School of Distance Education offers tailored pathways including senior certificate programs and alternative learning structures for those whose circumstances differ from the typical classroom

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

  • Lead the school department to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
  • Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
  • Set high standards for student and staff performance.
  • Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.
  • Form partnerships with students, parents, other government agencies, and community groups.

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

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 response to the How you may be assessed section of 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.

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