Head of Department

Fortitude Valley State Secondary College is now accepting applications for a motivated, enthusiastic and innovative individual to join their leadership team as Head of Department. The successful applicant will be collaborative, energetic and flexible with a passion for leading and encouraging building of teacher
capability in relation to curriculum and pedagogy. Your role will also include the development of quality teaching and learning resources and teacher opportunities through your educational leadership, participating in delivering the Department of Education's vision.

This is a temporary full-time position for a
period of 12 months, unless otherwise determined. This opportunity requires the successful candidate to have strong flexibility, independence, leadership, change management and communication skills. If this sounds like the perfect role for you, apply now

About Us:

Fortitude Valley State Secondary College is the first school to be opened in the inner city Brisbane in over 50 years. Our school opened in 2020 with 140 Year 7 students and currently has 840 students enrolled in years 7 to 12. Our first Year 12 cohort will graduate this year.

Our vision is 'To create a community of agile learners who are bold, resilient and kind'. In order to enable this vision and these values to flourish we will maintain high standards and expectations to create an orderly learning environment and a sustainable culture of excellence and innovation. Our culture will be created and maintained by all members of our school community. It will develop and grow through an accumulation of actions, traditions, symbols, ceremonies and rituals that are closely aligned with our vision. Being able to articulate our vision and work everyday to realise it is the responsibility of all members of our community.

About the Role:

Fortitude Valley State Secondary College is seeking an energetic leader to take on the portfolio of Numeracy and Data Analytics. The brief of the portfolio is to empower a community of numerate learners who draw on data to guide their actions and inquiry, and who solve problems with insight and confidence. It also includes the responsibility for Mathematics and Sport.

As a Head of Department, you will have accountability across a range of curriculum areas and co/extra-curricular activities as well as whole school strategic and/or operational processes. You will have a role in pastoral care for students and line management of staff. Experience in these areas should be clearly articulated in your application. You will be an agile leader with a record of success in providing quality learning outcomes for all students. As an instructional leader, you will be focused on developing students who are problem-solvers with decision-making agility and risk-taking skills who can move into the future with confidence and resilience.

Please note; that the campus does not have on-site parking. Candidates will need to consider options for public transport or paid parking facilities. The area is well-serviced by public bus and rail and the school includes end-of-trip facilities including showers, lockers and bicycle storage.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Lead with Vision and Purpose: Guide the school department in developing and committing to a shared educational vision that delivers high-quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Promote Equity and Inclusion: Embed socially just and inclusive practices throughout all aspects of school life, ensuring fairness and respect for every member of the community.
• Drive Excellence and Professional Growth: Set and uphold high standards for student achievement and staff performance, while actively engaging in lifelong learning and professional development.
• Build Strategic Partnerships: Foster meaningful relationships with students, parents, government agencies, and community groups to enhance learning opportunities and school outcomes.
• Plan Strategically and Manage Resources Effectively: Apply a future-focused and informed approach to leadership by understanding relevant legislation and optimising human, financial, and curriculum resources to achieve departmental goals.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

How to apply:

• Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2-pg written statement in response to 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.