Head of Department

Taranganba State School is seeking an inspiring and dedicated head of Department (Curriculum) to join our dynamic school leadership team. As Head of Department (Curriculum) you will work collaboratively with students, parents, colleagues, and the wider community to strengthen partnerships and enhance
educational opportunities.

This is a temporary full-time position for a period of 12 months, unless otherwise determined. If you are a strategic, future focused leader with a passion for empowering learners and shaping whole-school improvement, we invite you to apply.

About Us:

Taranganba State School, situated on Taranganba Road in the coastal township of Yeppoon is on the Capricorn Coast in Central Queensland. Yeppoon is in the Rockhampton Regional Council and is part of the Fitzroy-Central West Queensland Region of Education Queensland. Taranganba State School is proud to be one of the nine schools in the Capricorn Coast Cluster.

The school now boasts a number of facilities including an innovative digital teaching and learning centre - The Hub, along with a Performing Arts Centre. These facilities have allowed the school to enrich the curriculum and learning opportunities for our students.

The Taranganba school staff is committed to working in partnership with parents and the wider community to meet the needs of all of our students. Engagement teachers work with classroom teachers to support inclusive practices across the school working in classrooms with children and teachers.

About the Role:

This role will include coaching, mentoring and capacity to model evidence based practices for staff and deliver achievement outcomes for all students. Through analysis and focus on data the Head of Department (Curriculum) will assist in informing the leadership team to develop a clear and consistent approach to curriculum delivery, moderation and assessment.

The successful applicant will drive the delivery of a responsive and vibrant curriculum for students from P -6.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Lead and Inspire Learning: Drive curriculum and whole-school programs to achieve a shared educational vision focused on quality outcomes for all students.
• Promote Equity and Excellence: Embed socially just practices and set high standards for both student achievement and staff performance.
• Engage in Continuous Growth: Model lifelong learning through active participation in ongoing professional and personal development.
• Build Strong Partnerships: Collaborate effectively with students, parents, staff, community organisations, and government agencies.
• Lead Strategically and Responsibly: Apply legislative and policy knowledge to strategically manage human, financial, facility, and curriculum resources for future-focused school success.

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.