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EOI - Head of Department- Teaching and Learning - Baralaba State School
Central Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Baralaba State School are looking for a dedicated, hardworking school leader who is looking to develop their skills in supporting teacher practice and whole school pedagogy.
The role is Head of Department (Secondary) is offered on a temporary full-time basis, from 14
July 2025 until 12 December 2025, unless otherwise determined.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 2 /HO1 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CQR641727/25E |
| Closing date | 16-Jun-2025 |
| Job duration | 14 Jul 2025 until 12 Dec 2025 |
| Contact person | Toalua Tuigamala |
| Contact details | (07) 4998 2333 Access the National Relay Service |
This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.
About Baralaba State School
Baralaba State School (K-10) is a vibrant, inclusive school and a hub of its community. Founded in 1918 in a tent, Baralaba State School is located in Central Queensland, west of Gladstone. In 2018, we celebrated the centenary of our school - a significant milestone of our school's history. In 2019, Baralaba SS was one of the first schools in the state to open its State Delivered Kindergarten program - a significant milestone for the state schooling system. Today, we are proud of our school's traditions, our facilities and the learning opportunities that we provide our students to prepare them for their futures. We embody our school motto - “Success by effort.”
Welcome to our school community!
About the Role
Key aspects of this role will include:
- Depth of understanding for a whole school approach to pedagogy
- Strong collegial practices that promotes coaching, mentoring and feedback
- Confidence to lead change practices
- Guide early career teachers and support experienced staff
- Develop and implement school policies
- Work with a diverse team of staff and work cooperatively
- Make quick impact in a short time-frame
Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.
How to Apply
- Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- A 2-pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of the attached role description.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.
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.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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CQR641727_25E - Role Description (PDF, 144KB)
Role Description
Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
Information Package for Applicants
