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Head of Department - Teaching and Learning - Pimlico State High School
North Queensland Region, School and Regional Operations and Performance Division
An exciting opportunity exists at Pimlico State High School for a Head of Department - Teaching and Learning to join the school leadership team.
As the Head of Department, you will lead the whole-school implementation of the Pedagogical Framework to ensure quality learning outcomes for all students.
You will also lead a team of Pedagogical Coaches to build
staff capability in the three levels of planning, effective pedagogy, and classroom management.
Additionally, you will be responsible for new staff inductions, permission to teach processes, early career teacher programs, and preservice teacher placements.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Education & Training |
| Classification | Stream 2 /HO1 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/NQR645307/25T |
| Closing date | 16-Jul-2025 |
| Job duration | Until 12 December 2025 unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Stephen Baskerville |
| Contact details | 07 4759 3444 Access the National Relay Service |
About the Department
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About the School
Pimlico State High School is a large and respected coeducational school known for its strong academic performance, inclusive culture, and commitment to community service. Staff work in a supportive environment underpinned by the school's CARE values of cooperation, appreciation, respect, and effort, and are part of a learning community that values global citizenship and prepares students for a connected world. With a reputation for excellence in the performing arts and a vibrant music program involving hundreds of students, Pimlico offers a rewarding and enriching teaching environment.
Your Opportunity
As the Head of Department - Teaching and Learning, you will:
- Lead curriculum focus in line with school and departmental initiatives
- Participate in delivering the vision of Early Childhood and State Schools Division
- Develop the quality of teaching and learning
- Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers and stakeholders.
The Head of Department is accountable to and under the direction of the Principal or delegate.
Your Responsibilities
As the Head of Department - Teaching and Learning, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Lead the school department to develop, articulate and commit to a shared educational vision focused 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.
Please refer to the attached role description for the full list of responsibilities and mandatory requirements for this position.
Interested? To Apply
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should be familiar with your relevant work history).
- Attach a written statement (2-page maximum) addressing Key Capabilities 1-4 as per Role Description "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.
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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Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
Information Package for Applicants
NQR645307_25T - Role Description (PDF, 242KB)
Role Description
