Hilder Road State School is seeking a highly skilled, collaborative and motivated Head of Department - Curriculum to join our leadership team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced curriculum leader who is passionate about high-quality teaching, learning and student success.

The successful applicant will demonstrate strong instructional leadership, a deep understanding of the Australian Curriculum, and the ability to build positive relationships across the school community.

This position is being offered in a Temporary Part-Time capacity (0.8FTE), 40 hours per fortnight.

Job details

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.

Who We Are:

At Hilder Road State School, we are proud of our strong community, committed staff, and focus on providing every learner with the opportunity to thrive.

Located in The Gap, the school is renowned for its high-quality teaching, strong academic outcomes, and engaging programs across literacy, numeracy, STEM, the arts, sport, and outdoor learning.

Guided by its motto, "Education is Life", Hilder Road State School fosters curious, confident, and capable learners in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

The successful applicant will play a key role in leading curriculum implementation, supporting teacher capability, and strengthening whole-school approaches to pedagogy, assessment and moderation. Working closely with the Principal, leadership team and staff, the Head of Department - Curriculum will help drive strategic improvement aligned to school priorities and the needs of our learners.

This position would suit a leader who is organised, reflective and solutions-focused, with a genuine commitment to working alongside teachers to improve student outcomes. We are looking for someone who can lead with clarity, care and purpose while contributing positively to the ongoing growth and success of Hilder Road State School.

Responsibilities include:

• 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.

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 1-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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 286KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  MNR692371_26E Role Description (PDF, 271KB)
  Role Description