EOI - Head of Department - Teaching and Learning - Victoria Point State High

Victoria Point State High School is seeking a dynamic and strategic Head of Department - Teaching and Learning to oversee the school's pedagogical direction and quality assurance processes. The Head of Teaching and Learning plays a key role in leading whole school teaching
practices, supporting staff capability, and driving improved student outcomes. This is an opportunity to contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and academic excellence.

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

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.

Who We Are:

Victoria Point State High School is located in the heart of the Redlands and is committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging, community, and purpose. With a focus on meaningful pathways, the school ensures that every student has the opportunity to connect both within the school environment and across the wider Redlands community. This supportive and inclusive culture underpins all aspects of teaching and learning at Victoria Point State High School.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

The successful applicant will be a relational and strategic leader who has demonstrated capacity to achieve outcomes.

• 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.
• Be futures oriented and strategic.
• Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling especially in relation to students and staff within the school department.

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
• Attach a written statement (1-page maximum) in response to the attached role description.
• 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.

Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

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.

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