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Head of Department (Curriculum) - Andergrove State School
Central Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Lead curriculum excellence at Andergrove State School.
This rewarding opportunity for a Head of Department (Curriculum) offers the chance to work collaboratively with staff to drive high-quality teaching and learning, strengthen curriculum implementation and support improved student outcomes.
Join a dedicated school community committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and success for every learner.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 2 /HO1 |
| Workplace Location | Mackay region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CQR690978/26P |
| Closing date | 17-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Deborah Lawrence |
| Contact details | 07 4998 9333 Access the National Relay Service |
About the Department of Education:
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.
Who We Are:
Welcome to the Andergrove State School. Andergrove SS is a medium sized, well-resourced school with approximately 340 students.
The Positive Behaviour School ethos has been strongly embedded in our school culture for a number of years.
Our students develop values of tolerance, understanding and personal responsibility as part of our strong focus on making positive behaviour choices.
The three rules of always be a learner, always be respectful and always be safe are constantly reinforced and expected.
Step Into Your Next Chapter:
- Skills and experience in the following is needed for the role as you will have responsibility for leading the following activities and delivery of the following key tasks:
- Be an Instructional leader
- Have a vision to lead students and staff into the future with creativity and a strong link to trauma informed practices
- Lead the relevant curriculum areas or whole school program 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.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
Submit Your Application:
- Attach a 2-page resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
- Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration 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.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
Information Package for Applicants
CQR690978_26P Role Description (PDF, 290KB)
Role Description
