Term 3 leadership opportunity!

We are seeking a Head of Department (Curriculum) to lead the implementation of curriculum across the nine classes and four specialist teachers who work within the school.

Yungaburra State School is a school of 210 students on the picturesque Atherton Tablelands.

This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.

Job details

• This is a temporary full-time position to commence from 13 July 2026 until 18 September 2026.
• This temporary vacancy is open to Expressions of Interest and any extensions to this appointment will not exceed 12 months.
  
  

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 the Role

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

• Curriculum planning support for classroom teachers
• Focus on advancing the curriculum development of the Australian Curriculum V9
• Management of school social media
• Management of parent/teacher interviews processes and booking systems
• Management of timetabling
• Management of school data systems (curriculum)
• Line management of Teacher Aide capability development and professional goals
• Curriculum activity risk assessments
• Excursion planning support and curriculum approvals
• Officer in charge of the school when Principal is off-site
• Behaviour management support as required

Key considerations for your suitability for the role include:

• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to lead teams of teachers and/or curriculum implementation
• Demonstrated knowledge of Australian Curriculum structure
• Ability to work as a team and autonomously on directed tasks
• High level critical thinking and problems solving skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with a range of stakeholders

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 (1 page response maximum) outlining your suitability for the role.
• 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.
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, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  FNR687736_26E - Role Description (PDF, 326KB)
  Role Description