Bymount East State School are looking for a knowledgeable, collaborative and enthusiastic curriculum leader to work with a cluster of small schools in implementing the Australian Curriculum with integrity.

You will work across the cluster as Head of Department (Curriculum) on a temporary full-time basis, until the end of 2026, unless otherwise determined.

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you!

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.

About the Cluster:

The host school for this cluster is Bymount East State School.

The other schools in the cluster are Arcadia Valley, Dunkeld, Mungallala and Yuleba State Schools.

State and commonwealth funding have established a pilot to trial different approaches to using a HOD-C to support a cluster of small schools. This pilot will run until the end of 2026.

The pilot supports different implementation approaches including virtual support for schools, travelling to schools at different times or a combination of the two.

These will depend on the geographical features of the cluster, the needs of the cluster schools, and the flexibility of the successful applicant.

About the Role:

Successful candidate has to be able to work within the cluster. This position will not be approved for a working remote arrangement. Accommodation maybe available on request.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead the relevant curriculum areas or whole school program 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.

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.
• 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
  
  DSR690335_26T Role Description (PDF, 290KB)
  Role Description