Applications are invited for the temporary position of Head of Department - Student Services at Upper Coomera State College, Secondary Campus (known locally as Head of Department - Wellbeing & Engagement).

This temporary position offers a highly-motivated individual the opportunity to join the Secondary School leadership team and make a positive impact on student wellbeing and engagement.

Apply now to be part of a dynamic and supportive school environment.

Job details

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 Us:

Welcome to Upper Coomera State College (UCSC). As a Prep to Year 12 campus, we cater for all children from ages 5 to 17 and offer every opportunity for each student to experience an individual learning pathway. We offer a caring, nurturing learning environment that acknowledges difference, celebrates effort and strives for excellence.

The College motto, 'Learning Pathways to the Future' reflects our commitment to working in partnership with families to ensure every child has a quality education, which prepares them for a positive future. We pride ourselves as a leader in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education, sporting excellence and the arts, and providing innovative, academically challenging, engaging and inspiring learning pathways for high achieving students. Upon completion at Upper Coomera State College, students will be equipped with the confidence and lifelong skills to succeed in their chosen pathways.

About the Role:

Working in the Secondary School as the  Head of Department - Student Services you will focus on:

• Wellbeing and behaviour management initiatives to support high quality educational outcomes for students in your year level cohort;
• Development of quality teaching and learning; and nurture positive relationships between students, teachers, parents and education stakeholders.
• Applying positive accountability and coaching processes to create positive change in teaching and learning practices of staff.
• Positively impacting student learning outcomes, social emotional development and wellbeing.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Be an effective communicator with excellent skills in developing positive relationships and have the ability to function to a high standard in a team environment.
• Possess a sound knowledge of Essential Skills of Classroom Management, Reboot and knowledge of Positive Behaviour for Learning.
• Be highly regarded if you have experience and demonstrated knowledge in classroom profiling, inclusive education and developing student wellbeing.
• Have a fractional teaching load.

Interested? To Apply:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (Contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current supervisor.)
• A written response, no longer than three pages, outlining your suitability for the role, referring to Key Capability 1, 2, and 3 only from the "How You Will Be Assessed" section.
• 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. 

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
  
  SER672815_25T - Role Description (PDF, 180KB)
  Role Description