Lead high-quality teaching and learning as the Prep-Year 3 Head of Curriculum (0.8 FTE) at Pine Rivers Special School, driving inclusive early years pedagogy through instructional leadership, coaching and collaboration.

This pivotal role empowers staff and embeds strong literacy, oral language and inquiry approaches to ensure every learner thrives.

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.80 FTE, working Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday per week).

Job details

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.80 FTE, 40 hours per fortnight) from 20 April 2026 until 11 December 2026, unless otherwise determined. 

About the Department

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 Our School

Our school is committed to Empowering Teachers and Engaging Learners through a whole school approach grounded in Inquiry Learning and the explicit teaching of Oral Language.

We believe that when teachers are empowered with strong curriculum knowledge, supportive coaching, and collaborative structures, students thrive as active, engaged, confident learners. Our Prep to Year 3 Head of Curriculum will play a vital role in developing communication, wellbeing, creativity, and engagement for every learner across our school.

About the Role

The Prep-Year 3 Head of Curriculum plays a central role in leading high quality teaching and learning across the early years.

• This role supports teachers to deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with P-12 CARF expectations while ensuring consistency in planning, assessment, reporting and moderation.
• A strong focus is placed on early literacy, oral language and foundational inquiry learning, aligning with our school priority of Empowering Teachers and Engaging Learners.
• The HOC provides instructional leadership through coaching, collaborative planning and capability building in early years pedagogy and differentiation for students with disability.
• The role also oversees evidence of learning processes, ICPs, early years assessment practices, curriculum resources and risk managed learning experiences such as excursions and transition activities.
• Through strong partnerships with teachers and support teams, the Prep-Year 3 HOC ensures that every child experiences a safe, engaging and purposeful start to their learning pathway.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position.

Interested? To Apply

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should understand your relevant work history).
• Attach a written response (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities as per Role Description 'How you will be assessed' section.
• Attach a copy of your mandatory requirements outlined in the 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, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MNR683408_26T - Role Decription (PDF, 326KB)
  Role Description