Head of Department

12 hours ago

Rowes Bay, Queensland, Australia Department of Education Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Cleveland Education and Training Centre are accepting applications for a permanent full time experienced and dedicated Department Head to lead and support our Senior Schooling / Vocational Education and Training team.

The successful person will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to support both students and staff.

About the Department

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.

About the School

Cleveland Education and Training Centre (CETC) is a Department of Education unit operating within the Cleveland Youth Detention Centre in Townsville. The Centre's catchment extends north from Rockhampton, west to the Queensland border, and includes nearby island communities off the Queensland coastline.

CETC provides education programs for young people aged 10 to 18 years who are incarcerated by the court system. As a service provider within the Detention Centre, all staff are required to adhere to safety and security protocols.

Since 2022, CETC has delivered education programs for 48 weeks each year. Staff are required to work during school holiday periods to support continuous program delivery and meet operational needs.

About the Role

You will be responsible for leading and strengthening Senior Schooling and VET outcomes at Cleveland Education and Training Centre, playing a pivotal role in shaping the school's strategic direction.

As the Head of Department, your responsibilities will include:

  • Lead the school department and curriculum focus in developing and providing quality learning outcomes for all students.
  • Embed socially just practices in daily school life.
  • Set high standards for student and staff performance.
  • Engage in lifelong learning and professional development.
  • Build partnerships with students, parents, agencies, and community groups.
  • Be future-oriented and strategic.
  • Understand legislation and policies impacting on the school department, students and staff.

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

Interested? To Apply

  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
  • Attach a written response (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities as per Role Description 'How you will be assessed' section.
  • Attach a copy of your mandatory requirements outlined in the 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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