Head of Department

5 days ago

Slacks Creek, Queensland, Australia Department of Education Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Are you a visionary educational leader with a passion for shaping the future of teaching and learning? Mabel Park State School is seeking a Head of Department (Curriculum) for a temporary full-time position commencing 22 January 2026 until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined. The successful candidate will bring experience and strong interpersonal skills to support staff through coaching and capability building, with a particular emphasis on improving reading outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a motivated leadership team.

About Us:

Mabel Park State School is located in Slacks Creek. At Mabel Park State School we strongly believe in every child, every day, learning and achieving. We promote amongst staff, students and parents/carers a pride in themselves and their school, and an awareness that the sense of belonging we all feel brings with it clear responsibilities and expectations.

Curriculum, at our school, is complemented by a broad educational offering of cultural, sporting and personal development. These pursuits are considered an equally important element of students' overall growth, learning and socialisation.

The staff at Mabel Park State School has a strong commitment to ongoing professional development. The Mabel Park State School community strives together with infectious optimism that we can truly make a difference in the lives of the young people entrusted to our care.

About the Role:

As the Head of Department - Curriculum, you will lead the curriculum in alignment with school and departmental initiatives, enhancing the quality of teaching and learning across P-6. You will foster positive relationships among students, teachers, and stakeholders, and play a key role in facilitating collaborative planning meetings with teachers, focusing on the implementation of Version 9 of the Australian Curriculum.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

  • Provide visionary leadership to develop and sustain a shared educational vision focused on quality learning outcomes for all students.
  • Promote equity and inclusion by embedding socially just practices and maintaining high standards for both staff and students.
  • Drive professional excellence through active engagement in lifelong learning, mentoring, and ongoing professional development.
  • Build strong partnerships with students, parents, colleagues, community organizations, and government agencies to enhance educational opportunities.
  • Lead strategically and responsibly by managing departmental resources effectively, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies, and planning for future growth.

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.

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