Logan City Special School is seeking an inspiring, collaborative and student-focused educational leader to join our school community as Head of Department (Curriculum). With a strong focus on independence through learning, our school provides highly individualised programs for students requiring significant adaptations to access learning. We are looking for an educational leader who is passionate about inclusive and specialised education, has strong curriculum expertise and can inspire and support teachers to achieve the best possible outcomes for every student.

Job details

About us:

Logan City Special School is a specialist school in Logan Central providing highly individualised education programs for students who require significant adaptations to access learning, from early childhood through to Year 12. Guided by its motto “Independence through learning,” the school is committed to creating a caring, inclusive and dynamic learning environment where students can develop their skills and achieve their individual potential. Strong partnerships between students, families, carers and staff are central to the school's approach, supporting positive learning and wellbeing outcomes for every student

Your opportunity:

This is an exciting opportunity to lead quality teaching and learning and make a meaningful difference to student outcomes.

As Head of Department (Curriculum), you will provide curriculum leadership aligned with school and departmental priorities, contribute to the vision of the State Schools Division, strengthen the quality of teaching and learning, and foster positive relationships with students, staff, families and the wider school community.

You will demonstrate strong communication, relationship-building, analytical and leadership skills, with the ability to lead change and work collaboratively to achieve positive outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Lead curriculum planning and implementation across the school.
• Drive quality teaching, learning and student outcomes.
• Support teachers with inclusive and individualised learning programs.
• Lead school improvement, change and innovation.
• Build strong partnerships with students, families, staff and the wider community.
• Use data to inform planning and continuous improvement.
• Manage curriculum, staffing and resources effectively.
• Promote high expectations and a positive, inclusive school culture.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page response to the How you will be assessed section of the attached role description. 
• Attach a copy of your mandatory qualifications/registration 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.

• SER699710_26P - Role Description (PDF, 271KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package (PDF, 285KB)
  Information Package for Applicants