Join our dynamic team at Rockhampton State High School and step into the exciting role of Head of Department (Secondary).

This is your chance to be a pivotal leader in our high-achieving institution. We're offering a full-time temporary position, for a period of 12 months unless otherwise determined, giving you the opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of education while working alongside a passionate and dedicated team.

Apply now to be a part of our vibrant academic community and help shape the next generation of leaders.

Job details

About Rockhampton State High School

At Rockhampton State High School, 'Respect Opportunity Challenge Knowledge Success is more than just our school vision; it's an ethos enthusiastically embraced by students, staff, and parents alike. In everything we do at Rocky 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 for our students. With more than 100 years of tradition behind us, our students thrive on the knowledge that they will always be supported by the Rocky High family.

About the Role

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the school department 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.

About You

The ideal applicant will lead our explicit teaching and learning improvement agenda.
This will include leading the implementation of the whole school reading and writing curriculum based on the Department of Education Reading agenda. The successful applicant will need to have a strong understanding of the use of school wide data to improve outcomes. A demonstrated understanding of Reading and Writing programs would be beneficial.

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.

• CQR637292_25T - Role Description (PDF, 145KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants