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EOI - Head of Department (Curriculum) - Northern Peninsula Area State College - Special Education Program
Far North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
A unique opportunity has arisen at Northern Peninsula Area State College (NPASC), and the Leadership Team are excited to invite Expressions of Interest for a Head of Department - Curriculum (SWD).
This position will lead and manage the Special Education Unit - "The Hub", working with students with disabilities. The position is a temporary position until the end of Term 3 and will most likely be extended until the end of Term 4.
The Head of Department- Curriculum (SWD) will work alongside the Leadership Team of the College and is accountable to and under the direction of the College Principal or delegate.
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 2 /HO1 |
| Workplace Location | Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/FNR685105/26E |
| Closing date | 22-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 18 Sept 2026 unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Andrea Killen |
| Contact details | 07 4090 4333 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 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.
About NPASC:
Northern Peninsula Area State College is situated on the tip of Cape York Peninsula. The College (NPASC) is a K-12 College with 3 campuses. Ama Mary Eseli Injinoo and Bamaga Primary Campuses have Kindy to Year 6, while the Year 7 - 12 secondary student needs are met by the Senior Campus. All campuses are managed by a Head of Campus, with the College Principal overseeing strategic direction.
About the Northern Peninsula Area Communities:
The NPA communities consist of people who identify strongly with Aboriginal culture, Torres Strait Islander culture and non-indigenous cultures.
Many local families originate from Saibai Island and Badu Island, as well as many other islands in the Torres Strait.
The people of Injinoo are descendants of the original Aboriginal people of this area, while other Aboriginal communities have strong ties with Old Mapoon near Weipa or Lockhart River.
There is a regular flow of family members visiting relatives and relatives visiting from throughout the Torres Strait and other mainland centres such as Townsville, Cairns and Weipa. This makes for a variety of cultural practices, experiences and expectations.
About Living in Bamaga:
Living and working in the remote town of Bamaga, you will have access to the benefits the Department offers for temporary teachers and staff employed in rural and remote locations. These benefits include travel, location allowances and subsidised departmental housing.
Your Role
As the Head of Department (Curriculum) you will have responsibility for the following:
- 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.
Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.
This role will have a teaching component within the SEU.
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 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.
Applicants need to be a current Queensland Government employee to be eligible to apply.
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
FNR685105_26E Role Description (PDF, 253KB)
Role Description
