Runcorn State High School is seeking a motivated, proactive, and innovative leader to join our team as Head of Department looking after Transition School. This is a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated faculty, champion excellence in student-focused learning, and play a key role in supporting students as they transition into high school. You'll drive high-impact teaching practices, foster strong relationships with students, staff, and families, and help shape a positive, inclusive learning environment.

If you're ready to lead with purpose in a supportive and future-focused school community, we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey.

Job details

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About the Department 

The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.  

About the School 

Runcorn State High School is a vibrant and culturally diverse community where every student is supported to succeed through high expectations and personalised learning. We are committed to academic, cultural and sporting excellence, empowering students to become creative, independent and resilient learners. As a positive education school, student wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Join us at Runcorn State High School and be part of a community that prepares students to thrive in school and beyond. 

About the Role

 The Head of Department responsible for Transition School at Runcorn State High School leads a dedicated team focused on supporting students as they transition into high school. This role drives curriculum initiatives in line with school and departmental priorities and promotes high-impact teaching practices to improve student learning outcomes. The position plays a vital role in building a positive, inclusive learning environment by nurturing strong relationships with students, staff, families, and the wider community. It offers a unique opportunity to lead with purpose and make a meaningful difference in students' educational journeys.

Your Responsibilities 

As the Head of Department, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:  

Lead the school department 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. 

Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position. 

Interested? To Apply 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history). 
• Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) in response to the attached role description.
• Attach a copy of the mandatory requirements 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.

When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.

Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE). The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.#LI-PRIORITY

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 candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• MSR649380_25T - Role Description (PDF, 240KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants