We are seeking an experienced Head of Department (Middle Secondary) for a full-time temporary position commencing as soon as possible until 12 December 2025, unless otherwise determined.

As a Head of Department (Middle Secondary) at Varsity College, you will be an integral part of our Secondary teaching team, leading the delivery of a vibrant curriculum to our students and possessing a strong knowledge of content and pedagogy in this area. You will specialise in the ability to differentiate the curriculum to the diverse learning needs of our student cohort, particularly in the area of the middle secondary phase of learning.

Job details

About Varsity College

Varsity College, is a Prep to Year 12 (split campus) school which prides itself on a strong history of academic, sporting, cultural and community excellence. Our college has high expectations in terms of achievement, behaviour and appearance and all members of the College community understand and support our high expectations culture. Our rich and rigorous programs position our students to achieve outstanding results and graduate well prepared for success beyond school. Our staff are passionate professionals who are committed to helping students successfully achieve, no matter what it takes. Our high academic achievement is a testament to our dedicated teachers who take great pride in creating rich and engaging educational programs that provide appropriate intellectual challenges and encourage all students to continually flourish within an environment of equity and excellence.

About the Role

In your role as Head of Department (Middle Secondary) you will:

• Lead and support the whole school approach to pedagogy (including digital pedagogies) relevant to the Middle Phase of learning.
• Focus on initiatives to support the educational outcomes for students, specifically in the middle phase of learning
• Support and lead organisation of O week and Pastoral Care Connect programs
• Determine actions for at risk students through data analysis at key junctures, and strategise interventions
• Attendance - Track key attendance data sets with focus on YTD, TTD and weekly trends. Support the Deans in issuing consequences for students with patterns of truancy/ lateness/poor attendance.
• Behaviour - Track student behaviour data with a focus on daily, weekly and termly junctures, and Case Managed students. Lead behaviour initiatives including referrals for proactive programs and supportive measures, goal setting with students, and enacting consequences for behaviour and the writing suspensions for days 6-10
• Academic - Identify and analyse patterns and trends of academic headline data sets (termly LOA/ NAPLAN) and lead academic improvement interventions where applicable.
• Lead SETP and JETP processes and career development programs suitable for Middle phase of learning students and junctures
• Be committed to creating a school wide culture of wellbeing, engagement and personal achievement that values diversity, responding to the needs and interests of students and staff.

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

How to Apply

• Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A maximum 2-page (A4) written response to the following referring to the “About the Role” section above and specifically addressing the following:

1. Demonstrated teaching competence and capacity to provide curriculum leadership, particularly in the area of the middle phase of learning, using data informed practice leading to the achievement of quality learning outcomes for all students.
2. Demonstrated experience in tracking and analysing key headline (academic, behaviour, attendance) data sets such as YTD, TTD and weekly trends, as well as using this data to inform interventions and referrals for proactive programs/ support measures.
3. Demonstarted experience leading whole school pedgogical approaches suitable for middle phase of learning students with alignment to school priorities and student needs.
4. Capacity to effectively manage human, financial and physical resources to deliver high quality organisational outcomes specifically in relation to the middle phase of learning.

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. 

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.

• SER636987_25T - Role Description (PDF, 145KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants