Chancellor State College is seeking a Head of Department - Mathematics to lead and develop a high-performing mathematics department within our school. As Head of Department - Mathematics you will demonstrate outstanding subject knowledge, a passion for teaching and learning, and the ability to motivate both students and colleagues to achieve excellence. If you are a dynamic educator with strong leadership skills and a commitment to nurturing curiosity, confidence, and achievement in mathematics, we would welcome your application.

Job details

About Us:

Located centrally on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, Chancellor State College is a five-minute drive to Mooloolaba, and is a one-hour drive north of Brisbane. Our college enjoys a partnership with the University of the Sunshine Coast to deliver world class educational opportunities to all in the Sippy Downs Educational Precinct. This unique agreement offers an incredible richness to our highly regarded programs that are delivering outstanding achievements in the academic, cultural, leadership, community and sporting pursuits of our students from prep through year 12 into university. 

Chancellor State College has two campuses: primary and secondary. Each campus has a principal who is accountable for the achievement of outcomes for each student. This includes a strong focus on National Assessment Program for Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN), the curriculum, learning and teaching, assessment and reporting frameworks that are directly related to each student's stage of schooling.

About the Role:

Responsibilities include, but not limited to;

• Provide strategic and future-focused leadership to develop and sustain a shared educational vision that delivers high-quality learning outcomes for all students.
• Promote socially just, inclusive practices and set high expectations for student achievement and staff performance.
• Lead and manage human, financial, facilities, and curriculum resources effectively to achieve departmental goals.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of relevant legislation and policies impacting students and staff, ensuring compliance and best practice.
• Actively engage in lifelong learning and professional development while building productive partnerships with students, parents, community groups, and external agencies.

Please refer to the attached role description for any mandatory requirements for this position. 

How to apply:

• Please submit a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
• A 2-pg response to the How you will be Assessed section of 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.

• NCR677996_26P - Role Description (PDF, 204KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants