Expressions of interest are invited for the position of Head of Department (Curriculum) at Musgrave Hill State School. This role is offered on a temporary full-time basis, from 26 May 2025 until 12 September 2025 unless otherwise determined. As the Head of Curriculum, you will play a vital role in:

• Lead curriculum focus in line with school and departmental initiatives;
• developing the quality of teaching and learning;
• nurturing positive relationships between students, teachers, the community and stakeholders.

Job details

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

About Musgrave Hill State School

The school was opened in 1963 and has a proud tradition of providing for the educational needs of students and yet is mindful of the need to prepare our students to face the future, confident of achieving success.

Our vision is to be:

A boutique (one of a kind) school that does 'whatever it takes' to cater for the individual differences in all learners ensuring every child succeeds.

The breadth of educational opportunities for students is of prime importance at Musgrave Hill State School. The school seeks to nurture individual talents, enabling students to grow in understanding and confidence. Our curriculum is designed to meet the specific needs of students of all abilities whilst meeting the curriculum requirements of Education Queensland. 

About the Role

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

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

How to Apply

• Please attach a Curriculum Vitae (2-3 pages) including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A written response of no more than 2 pages addressing the key capabilities 1, 2 and 4.

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. 

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. 

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.

• SER634543_25E - Role Description (PDF, 144KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants