The Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) is seeking a Manager to join the Arts Learning Areas Unit. The Learning Areas Unit is responsible for coordinating the implementation of activities related to the QCE system in close partnership with the Quality Assurance Unit, School Support Unit, Senior Curriculum Unit, Assessment Services Unit and Professional Learning Programs Unit. The Manager, Learning Areas Unit (The Arts) leads a team of Principal Education Officers to assist and support teachers in their implementation of Queensland senior The Arts syllabuses.

Job details

What you will do

As the Manager, Learning Areas Unit (The Arts), you will:

• Provide strategic advice to Principal Education Officers on senior phase curriculum; teaching, learning and assessment; and professional development.
• Lead and manage initiatives and projects including the development and revision of senior syllabuses, the development of resources to support syllabus implementation and the development of assessment resources to support both school-devised and external assessment.
• Provide leadership to Principal Education Officers to align with strategic priorities, to enhance partnerships with schools and client satisfaction with senior curriculum and assessment systems, senior curriculum resources and professional development.
• Liaise with the other units within the Curriculum Services Division on the development of resources, professional development and training to support schools with implementation of senior curriculum and assessment systems.
• Guide the Principal Education Officers' leadership of operational teams and oversee quality assurance processes for the development and maintenance of syllabuses and supporting resources.
• Coordinate and prepare correspondence, reports, briefing papers and policy advice in relation to curriculum and assessment development and implementation.
• Provide expert advice on emerging issues in the senior phase of schooling.
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders in relation to the development, interpretation and implementation of the strategic priorities, polices and procedures involving assessment and certification.

Reporting relationships

This role reports to the Director, Senior Curriculum and Assessment Branch.  Six roles report directly to this role.

What we are looking for

The QCAA is committed to selecting the person best suited to the role and to furthering equity and diversity. We strongly encourage applications from all gender groups, Aboriginal people, Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with all abilities.

The ideal candidate for this role:

• Works with the team to organise work priorities so they deliver on broader organisational commitments (leads strategically)
• Remains composed during high-stakes situations, supporting the team to recognise gaps in information and seek advice to enable a prompt and considered response (makes insightful decisions)
• Enhances team capacity by bringing together people of diverse discipline, background and perspective, encourages self-reflection, and provides clear, timely and accurate feedback on progress against agreed goals (develops and mobilises talent)
• Drives autonomy in the team by empowering others to take ownership for the delivery and quality of outcomes achieved (drives accountability and outcomes)
• Promotes integrity in the management and use of processes and resources, ensuring others have the information and training they need for successful implementation (demonstrates sound governance)

Technical

• Demonstrates expert knowledge in senior secondary The Arts education, including syllabus design and assessment principles in the senior phase, together with substantial knowledge of state, national and international curriculum initiatives; and
• Demonstrates a proven record of leadership and project management skills and demonstrated ability to successfully lead project teams to achieve results within timelines and budget constraints.

Conditions

• Travel and overnight absences may be required.
• This role requires a C class drivers licence.

How to apply

Please read the attached Role Description and the Information for Applicants document. Your application should include:

• a letter or statement (up to 2 pages maximum) that addresses the points outlined in the 'What we are looking for' section
• your résumé (up to 3 pages) that details your qualifications and experience, and the names of two work-related referees, one of which should be your immediate supervisor.

Documents must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format and use at least 11-point font size.

Apply online at www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au.

If you have technical difficulties or to discuss reasonable adjustment options, please email peopleandculture@qcaa.qld.edu.au.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

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

• AO8 Manager, Learning Areas Unit (The Arts) _ Feb 2026 (PDF, 188KB)
  Role Description
  
  QCAA Information for applicants (PDF, 215KB)
  Information Package for Applicants