Head Of Department

Head of Department - Curriculum/ Senior Schooling - Home Hill State High School
Location: Townsville region, Queensland, Australia. Job recruited via Department of Education and Training (Queensland) (Brisbane, Queensland, Australia). Job Reference QLD/NQR /25T. Closing date: September 18, 2025. Townsville, Queensland, Australia.
About This Job
Home Hill State High School is a small, community-focused school with a strong record of academic and vocational success. We offer a broad curriculum, including traditional subjects, vocational certificates, TAFE links, sport, leadership, and community programs. Our size allows us to know our students well and support their individual goals and needs. We maintain high expectations while fostering a caring, inclusive environment built on positive values. Strong ties with the local community support our commitment to student success. We value Excellence in Learning, Maximum Performance, and Quality Citizenship. Join our dedicated team and make a meaningful difference every day.
About the Role
As Head of Department, you will lead curriculum development and the delivery of senior schooling aligned with school and departmental priorities. You will support the delivery of the vision of the Early Childhood and State Schools Division, and drive continuous improvement in teaching and learning quality. You will foster strong, positive relationships among students, staff, and the wider school community. Reporting to the Principal or delegate, you will help create a collaborative, high-performing environment that supports every learner's success. The appointment is set for 24 November 2025; start date is negotiable based on the successful applicant's current employment circumstances. This position may offer access to subsidised housing and locality allowances for eligible employees.
Your Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive leadership and oversight of curriculum development and delivery across Maths, Science, and Technologies, ensuring alignment with school and departmental priorities.
Drive excellence in teaching and learning by supporting faculty teams, promoting best practices, and focusing on continuous improvement to enhance student outcomes.
Monitor student behaviour patterns and wellbeing, offer targeted support for case-managed students, and cultivate a positive, inclusive school culture.
Track and analyse senior student data to identify those at risk; design and implement targeted interventions to keep students on track to achieve the Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE).
Lead the planning, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum programs with understanding of the Australian Curriculum (Version 9), QCE, QCIA, SET planning, VET, and student transition pathways.
Strengthen partnerships with industry to ensure learners are equipped to succeed.
Line manage VET delivery and oversee engagement in vocational pathways.
Teaching experience in Mathematical Methods, Physics, and/or Chemistry would be advantageous.
Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply
Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees familiar with your relevant work history.
Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per the Role Description "How you will be assessed" section.
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. 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. The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.
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