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Head of Department - Teaching and Learning - Redcliffe State High School
Metropolitan North Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
Redcliffe State High School are seeking a passionate and innovative educator to join our dedicated leadership team as Head of Department - Teaching and Learning. The ideal applicant will lead our explicit teaching and learning improvement agenda, encompassing whole school curriculum, pedagogy and teacher support and
development.
This role is offered on a temporary full-time basis, for a period of 12 months, unless otherwise determined.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 2 /HO1 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/MNR634584/25T |
| Closing date | 18-May-2025 |
| Job duration | A period of 12 months unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Allie Jeffries |
| Contact details | (07) 3897 1111 Access the National Relay Service |
About Redcliffe State High School
At Redcliffe State High School, 'Soaring Above & Beyond Expectations at Redcliffe (SABER)' is more than just our school vision; it's an ethos enthusiastically embraced by students, staff, and parents alike. In everything we do at Redcliffe High—academic, cultural, or sporting—we aim not just to fulfil but to exceed expectations. This commitment results in a safe, innovative, and engaging learning environment for all our students. Join us as we strive to achieve excellence and soar above and beyond in all our endeavours.
All students, staff and families feel they belong at Redcliffe State High School and are empowered to thrive socially, emotionally and academically.
About the Role
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Leading the planning, implementation, and quality assurance of the school's curriculum and assessment, in alignment with the Australian Curriculum and the CARF.
- Leading the Teaching and Learning team to support teachers in delivering high-quality pedagogical instruction (in alignment with the school's Explicit Improvement Agenda), through professional development, coaching, and mentoring.
- Leading the development and implementation of a high quality and targeted New and Beginning Teachers program to support teacher development.
- Analysing student achievement data to inform curriculum improvements and targeted professional development.
- Building teacher capacity to deliver curriculum and assessment that inclusively caters to diverse student learning needs.
- Leading collegial planning sessions with the Senior Leadership Team to enhance curriculum delivery.
- Developing and leading professional learning opportunities for staff to ensure ongoing professional growth and development.
- Strengthening future workforce capacity by partnering with universities, Heads of Departments, and teachers to support and develop pre-service teachers.
- Collaborating with Curriculum Heads of Department to build teachers' capacity to enact whole-school moderation processes.
- Leading the strategic direction of the Resource Centre, including managing staffing budget and resourcing.
- Collaboratively leading whole-school Academic Integrity.
- Leading the implementation of digital platforms relating to curriculum, teaching and learning.
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 2-pg written statement in response to 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.
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.
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MNR634584_25T - Role Description (PDF, 144KB)
Role Description
Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
Information Package for Applicants
