Calliope State High School is seeking a Head of Department - Middle Schooling to lead teaching and learning across the middle years, strengthen student engagement, and drive consistent, high-quality practice.

This role works closely with staff to support curriculum delivery and improve outcomes for all students.

Apply now to lead and make a lasting impact.

Job details

About the Department of Education:

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

Why Join Us:

Join us at Calliope State High School, a modern school with 450 students. Our school is set in a semi-rural location, with access to services in Gladstone and beaches at Tannum Sands.

We are proud of our supportive school culture. As Head of Department (Middle Schooling), you will lead a team to design and deliver innovative and responsive curricular and co-curricular programs across Years 9 and 10.  

You will contribute to the broader strategic agenda of the school as a member of Calliope's Leadership Team.

Step Into Your Next Chapter:

• 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.
• Form partnerships with students, parents, other government agencies, and community groups.

Please view the role description for a full list of responsibilities.

The Perfect Fit:

• Ability to build positive relationships with staff, students and the community.
• Ability to be the line manager for a group of staff, building their confidence and capability in curriculum, pedagogy and classroom management.

Submit Your Application:

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
• We are flexible about curriculum areas, but please list your curriculum expertise.
• 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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 232KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CQR687814_26T Role Description (PDF, 253KB)
  Role Description