Miles State High School is seeking a dynamic Head of Department (Curriculum) who is highly motivated, and willing to lead the shared vision of improving student learning outcomes.

If you are committed to fostering an engaging and supportive learning environment, we invite you to apply and be part of a school that is committed to empowering students to reach their full potential.

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.2FTE), 10 hours per fortnight.

Job details

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:

Miles State High School is located at the northern end of Pine Street, Miles.

The school draws students from the town of Miles and surrounding rural areas. We have a number of small feeder schools from the townships of Condamine, Drillham, Dulacca, Guluguba and Wandoan.

Our partnership in learning is based on ensuring that our students are being prepared for an ever-changing future. That their learning engagement is essential to ensure that the chosen future that our students planned for are achieved.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

As the Head of Department - Curriculum Teaching and Learning you will play a vital role in developing quality of teaching and learning, a positive culture and solid strategic practices for managing resources to achieve positive student learning outcomes at Miles State High School.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead curriculum areas or whole-school programs to create and commit to a shared vision focused on high-quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Embed socially just and inclusive practices into everyday school life while upholding high standards for student achievement and staff performance.
• Engage in lifelong learning and ongoing professional development to continually strengthen leadership and teaching practice.
• Build and sustain strong partnerships with students, parents, government agencies, and community groups to support student success.
• Take a strategic, future-focused approach by understanding relevant legislation and policies, and effectively managing human, financial, facilities, and curriculum resources to achieve school goals.

Relocation expenses may be negotiated with the successful applicant. Subsidised departmental accommodation is available for eligible applicants and remote incentives apply.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

The Perfect Fit:

• The successful candidate should have a strong knowledge of, and capacity to lead the implementation of both the Australian Curriculum and the QCAA curriculum across the school.
• The successful candidate will also lead the implementation of literacy improvement and Reading through the Australian Curriculum across the school. An ability to build and sustain productive relationships with all stakeholders is vital.

Submit Your Application:

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

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  DSR683277_26T Role Description (PDF, 253KB)
  Role Description