Head of Department

3 weeks ago


Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia Queensland Department of Education Full time
Robina State High School are seeking applications to fill the position of Head of Department - English until 19 September 2025, unless otherwise determined

About The Department

The Department of Education are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle

About The School

At Robina State High School our vision is to empower all students to reach their potential in an academically and culturally rich environment. Through innovative and real-world experiences, our students are equipped for success.

Our school continues to provide an optimal learning environment where our students are challenged to achieve to the best of their abilities. A refined curriculum that is contextualised to meet the needs of our community, coupled with a relentless pursuit toward high achievement, our students will be equipped for success in the dynamic, everchanging careers environment.

You will have responsibility for leading the following activities and delivery of the following key tasks:

Lead the school department to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focussed on providing quality learning outcomes for all students.Embed socially just practices in daily school life.Set high standards for student and staff performance.Actively participate in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development.Form partnerships with students, parents, other government agencies, and community groups.Be futures oriented and strategic.Understand the legislation and policies that impact on schooling especially in relation to students and staff within the school department.Manage the human, financial, facilities and curriculum resources of the school department to achieve goals.

Interested? To Apply:

Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history) Attach a 3-page response to questions 1, 2 and 3 to the How you will/may be assessed section of 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.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).

The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace.  Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.

Occupational group Education & Training
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